After 14 deaths at Asha Kiran shelter in Delhi, HC orders a water check

The Delhi High Court on Monday directed the Delhi Jal Board (DJB) to assess the water quality at the Asha Kiran shelter home, which is government-operated and serves individuals with intellectual disabilities. This order came in light of 14 recent deaths attributed to tuberculosis (TB), which the court suggested could not be merely coincidental.

A bench comprising acting Chief Justice Manmohan and Justice Tushar Rao Gedeala also mandated the social welfare secretary to conduct an on-site visit and submit a detailed report on the facility's condition.

The court emphasised the urgency of addressing the issue and implementing necessary corrective actions.