Hirakud, March 23: One person died while and 49 individuals are currently under medical care due to a diarrhoea outbreak in Hirakud, Sambalpur district.

In response to the worsening condition of ten patients, they have been transferred to Veer Surendra Sai Institute of Medical Sciences and Research (VIMSAR).

The Medical Officer In-Charge of Hirakud CHC reported that within the last two days, a total of 127 individuals have been afflicted with diarrhoea in the area.

The District Health Department has identified contaminated drinking water as the root cause of the outbreak, particularly in Gurudwarapada, Goudapada, Kalopada, Machhapada, and New Market Colony of Hirakud.

The Chief District Medical Officer has submitted a comprehensive report to the District Collector, highlighting the lack of water treatment as a contributing factor to the spread of diarrhoea. Samples have been collected from four locations for testing, while the health department is conducting door-to-door visits to raise awareness among residents. Additionally, a mobile health unit is closely monitoring the situation to prevent further spread of the disease. Residents in affected areas are advised to consume boiled water.

This incident echoes a similar diarrhoea outbreak in Hirakud six months ago, which was also traced back to the consumption of contaminated water.

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