India, Jan. 23 -- Around 25 residents of Mhow tehsil in Madhya Pradesh's Indore district fell ill after allegedly consuming contaminated drinking water, officials said on Friday.

Mhow Block Medical Officer Dr Yogesh Singare said medical examinations have confirmed cases of typhoid, liver-related infection and jaundice in four patients, while others with less severe symptoms are being treated at their residences.

He said health teams are carrying out door-to-door visits to identify additional cases and to inform residents about precautionary measures.

Health officials said the admitted patients include Adarsh (5), Krishu (4) and Yatharth (10), all from the Moti Mahal area, who are undergoing treatment at the Red Cross Hospital. Another ...