Haryana village reports 12 deaths in 15 days as water probed

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A mystery illness has claimed 12 lives in Chayansa village, Palwal district, Haryana, over the past 15 days. Health officials have identified Hepatitis B and C in some cases, and 23 out of 107 water samples failed quality tests due to bacterial growth and low chlorination. The exact cause of the deaths remains under investigation.

In Chayansa village, located in Palwal district of Haryana, a mysterious illness has led to 12 deaths over the past 15 days. Local health officials have initiated probes and detected cases of Hepatitis B and C among some affected individuals. Particular attention is on the quality of drinking water in the village, where testing of 107 samples revealed that 23 failed due to bacterial growth and inadequate chlorination.

This incident has raised concerns within the local community, with suspicions of contamination in water sources. Officials state that investigations are ongoing, and further results are awaited. While Hepatitis cases have been confirmed, it is not yet clear if all deaths stem from a single cause.

Villagers are exercising caution and following health advisories. The event highlights broader water crisis issues in India, where shortages of quality drinking water pose significant health risks. Probing agencies are enhancing monitoring of sources to prevent such occurrences.

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