water contamination
Madhya Pradesh Issues Show-Cause Notice to VIT University Following Massive Student Protests Over Health and Safety Violations
Dec 02, 2025 12:38 am CST
Following violent student protests involving 4,000 students, Madhya Pradesh authorities have issued a show-cause notice to VIT University over serious health and safety violations. An investigation revealed contaminated water causing jaundice outbreaks, poor food quality, and 11 campus buildings operating without fire safety clearances. The university administration faces disciplinary action if they fail to address these critical issues that sparked unprecedented campus unrest.
Student Protests Erupt at VIT University Over Jaundice Outbreak and Food Safety Concerns
Nov 26, 2025 03:39 pm CST
Violent protests broke out at VIT University in Madhya Pradesh as students alleged contaminated water and poor food quality led to a jaundice outbreak. Demonstrators set vehicles ablaze and vandalized campus facilities, prompting officials to close the institution until November 30 while authorities investigate food safety concerns and conflicting claims about student illnesses.
Contaminated Well Water with Dead Pigeons Sickens 60 in Madhya Pradesh: Health Crisis Update
Oct 16, 2025 05:32 pm CST
In Madhya Pradesh's Rajola village, 60 people have fallen ill after consuming water from a well contaminated by dead pigeons. Officials have closed the well and established medical camps for the affected residents. This incident occurs amid broader health concerns in the region, including recent child deaths linked to cough syrup that have prompted strengthened drug monitoring regulations.
Human Waste Contamination Discovered in Drinking Water Supply of Tamil Nadu Scheduled Caste Community
Oct 09, 2025 02:44 am CST
In a disturbing incident in Tamil Nadu's Amachiapuram village, human waste was found contaminating the drinking water tank serving over 1,000 predominantly Scheduled Caste residents. A 14-year-old boy has been identified as the suspect while authorities investigate. The contamination has left approximately 200 families without safe drinking water for days as they await tank cleaning and medical screenings to prevent potential health issues.