A disturbing incident has surfaced from Nuh in Haryana, where a decomposed monkey was found inside a water tank of a residential building at Shaheed Hasan Khan Medical College, raising serious concerns over hygiene and maintenance.
Foul Smell Leads to Discovery
The incident came to light on Tuesday after residents complained of a persistent foul smell in the EWS-1, 2, and 3 residential blocks. Following the complaints, authorities inspected the water tanks, where the carcass of a monkey was discovered.
According to officials, the animal is suspected to have died around four to five days prior to being found.
Inquiry Ordered by Administration
College Director Mukesh Kumar has ordered an inquiry into the incident to determine lapses in maintenance and accountability.
He assured that preventive measures would be taken, including installation of iron lids and protective nets on water tanks to avoid similar occurrences in the future.
Residents Allege Negligence
Residents have raised serious allegations against the administration, claiming:
- Water tanks were not cleaned regularly
- Monkeys frequently roam the परिसर and damage tank lids
- Contaminated water was unknowingly used for daily activities
One resident stated that the campus is heavily infested with monkeys, which often break open tank covers, allowing dirt and animal waste to enter the water supply.
Health Concerns and Official Response
Despite the alarming discovery, officials stated that no staff member or family has reported illness due to the contaminated water so far. However, the incident has sparked fear and outrage among residents over potential health risks.
Similar Incident Raises Alarm
This incident comes shortly after a shocking case reported at Maharshi Devaraha Baba Medical College, where a decomposed human body was found inside an overhead water tank.
In that case:
- The body was suspected to be in the tank for nearly 10 days
- Students and staff unknowingly used contaminated water
- The discovery was made only after a strong foul smell spread across the campus
Conclusion
The incident in Nuh has once again highlighted serious lapses in infrastructure maintenance and sanitation in institutional campuses. With health and safety at stake, residents are demanding strict action and regular monitoring to prevent such hazardous situations in the future.
