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Health
89 Fatalities in Two Years from Falling into Open Drains and Sewers, Says Devendra Yadav
✍️ Amar Ujala · Delhi
🗓 12 Nov 2026, 09:16 PM
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Devendra Yadav reported that 89 people have died in the last two years after slipping into uncovered drains and sewers, highlighting a growing public‑safety concern.
Delhi – In an interview with Amar Ujala, Devendra Yadav highlighted a disturbing trend: 89 individuals have lost their lives over the past two years after falling into open drains and sewer channels. The deaths span a range of ages and include both pedestrians and children playing near uncovered infrastructure.
Yadav warned that many of these accidents could have been prevented if municipal bodies expedited the covering of hazardous drains and improved public awareness about the dangers. He urged local authorities to prioritize the sealing of exposed sewers, especially in densely populated neighborhoods where the risk is highest.
Public health experts have echoed the call, noting that such incidents not only cause fatalities but also expose victims to water‑borne diseases. The officials are expected to review existing drainage plans and allocate resources for rapid remediation.
The report comes at a time when Delhi’s municipal corporation is under pressure to upgrade aging infrastructure ahead of the upcoming monsoon season. Stakeholders hope that the highlighted figures will spur immediate action to safeguard vulnerable communities.
No further details on the identities of the victims or the exact locations of the incidents were disclosed at this stage.
Yadav warned that many of these accidents could have been prevented if municipal bodies expedited the covering of hazardous drains and improved public awareness about the dangers. He urged local authorities to prioritize the sealing of exposed sewers, especially in densely populated neighborhoods where the risk is highest.
Public health experts have echoed the call, noting that such incidents not only cause fatalities but also expose victims to water‑borne diseases. The officials are expected to review existing drainage plans and allocate resources for rapid remediation.
The report comes at a time when Delhi’s municipal corporation is under pressure to upgrade aging infrastructure ahead of the upcoming monsoon season. Stakeholders hope that the highlighted figures will spur immediate action to safeguard vulnerable communities.
No further details on the identities of the victims or the exact locations of the incidents were disclosed at this stage.