Probe on Water Quality After 46 Diarrhea Cases Reported in Vijayawada: Minister Narayana
Authorities conducting tests in RRpet; patients recovering, says minister
By : DC Correspondent
Update: 2025-09-11 11:27 GMT
Vijayawada: Andhra Pradesh Municipal Administration Minister Ponguru Narayana on Thursday said that 46 people affected by diarrhea in RRpet of Vijayawada are receiving treatment and are recovering.
The minister, along with MLA Bonda Uma and VMC Commissioner Dhyanachandra, visited New Rajarajeshwaripet and inspected the affected areas. He also visited medical camps and the new government hospital, where he interacted with patients and encouraged them.
Narayana held discussions with DMHO Suhasini and municipal officials, directing doctors to provide better medical care. He said authorities are investigating whether contamination of drinking water in RRpet led to the outbreak. However, initial water quality tests showed no defects.