Typhoid Outbreak Hits Gandhinagar: Over 100 Sickened by Suspected Contaminated Water

More than 100 people have fallen ill with suspected typhoid in Gandhinagar, Gujarat’s capital, over the past five days, prompting urgent health measures amid concerns over contaminated drinking water.

As of Saturday, 104 patients, including several children, were receiving treatment at Gandhinagar Civil Hospital, according to officials. The majority of cases have been admitted to the paediatric ward, with a sharp increase noted in the last three days—positive cases rising by nearly 50 percent during that period.

Gujarat Deputy Chief Minister Harsh Sanghavi visited the Civil Hospital to assess the situation, meeting with patients and their families. He announced the formation of a dedicated team of 22 doctors for treatment and directed senior officials, including the deputy collector, to monitor developments closely.

“The administration is bolstering treatment and oversight efforts while working to improve facilities for patients and their relatives,” Sanghavi stated. Arrangements have been made for food and accommodation for families, with the district collector and mayor personally supervising hospital amenities.

Civil Hospital Medical Superintendent Dr. Mita Parikh confirmed that all admitted patients are in stable condition. Tests on water samples from affected areas revealed that the drinking supply is unsafe for consumption.

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In response, the Gandhinagar Municipal Corporation’s health department has initiated door-to-door surveys in impacted sectors to pinpoint the outbreak’s source. Residents have been urged to boil water before drinking and stick to home-cooked meals. The civic body is also supplying chlorine tablets to disinfect water tanks.

Union Home Minister Amit Shah, who represents Gandhinagar in Parliament, contacted the district collector multiple times by phone to stay updated on the crisis and was scheduled for another review later in the day, Sanghavi added.

Authorities continue investigations to identify the exact cause of the suspected typhoid outbreak and ensure prompt medical care for all affected individuals.