It was reported that following the cholera outbreak, the water supply was chlorinated, chlorine tablets were distributed and villagers were educated about health and hygiene, which helped in containing the epidemic as the 11 water samples that were collected after these steps on June 26 were found fit for human consumption. 

“Defecation in the open area along the village could also be the main source that led to the spread of the virus,” observed the probe panel.

The DC said he will soon call a joint meeting of the heads of all the departments concerned and direct them to take steps to avoid such epidemics in future.

While as many as 621 cases were reported at the civil hospital till June 26, no casualty was confirmed.