Recently, a viral diarrhoea outbreak affected nearly 300 families at Paikarapur in Kalinga Nagar, Bhubaneswar—caused by contaminated groundwater from a poorly managed STP built by the developer without Pollution Control Board approval timesofindia.indiatimes.com+3greentribunal.gov.in+3timesofindia.indiatimes.com+3.
What’s Happening:
Residents allege the developer never officially handed over the sewage treatment plant (STP), which is now polluting their water supply. Around 25% of the 1,200-unit society fell ill, prompting them to escalate the issue to the Chief Minister’s Office timesofindia.indiatimes.com.
Government Steps In:
The Water Corporation of Odisha and BMC responded promptly, conducted water quality tests confirming contamination, and are now assisting with purification. A similar outbreak in Niladri Vihar (~160 cases) was effectively handled by the same teams timesofindia.indiatimes.com.
Mayor Sulochana Das confirmed that municipal health teams are actively monitoring the situation, supplying chemicals, and ensuring safe water distribution hindustantimes.com+5pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov+5timesofindia.indiatimes.com+5.
Key Takeaways for Housing Societies
- Developer Accountability: Always secure a formal handover of STPs with Pollution Control Board (PCB) clearance.
- Water Testing Protocols: Proactively check water quality to prevent contamination.
- Emergency Response Plans: Engage local authorities and health agencies swiftly during outbreaks.
- Resident Communication: Clear updates help maintain trust and ensure compliance with safety measures.
How The Society Consultants Can Help You Prep:
| Service | Benefit |
|---|---|
| ✅ Infrastructure Audits | Identify STP handover gaps early |
| ✅ Water Testing Advisory | Set up periodic quality checks |
| ✅ Crisis Management | Develop outbreak-response protocols |
| ✅ Govt Liaison | Facilitate swift municipal action |
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Conclusion:
This outbreak in Paikarapur is a clear signal to every housing society: don’t wait for a crisis to hit your doorstep. Stay compliant, test water frequently, and ensure developer accountability to keep your community safe and healthy.
