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Before India-New Zealand ODI in Indore team india A different discussion has started regarding Captain Shubman Gill. According to reports, as soon as Gill reached the city, he got a water purifier worth about Rs 3 lakh installed in his hotel room. This step has come at a time when Indore is facing serious water crisis and health emergency. This decision of Gill is being seen more from the angle of health and caution than cricket.

Usually, wherever the Indian team tours, it stays in five star hotels and facilities like packaged water are available. Despite this, Shubman Gill went a step ahead and chose additional security arrangements. According to reports, he did not want to take the risk of any kind of health problem. This decision shows that in the current situation, relying only on facilities was not considered sufficient.

Health crisis spread due to contaminated water in Indore

A horrifying picture emerged from Bhagirathpura area of ​​Indore in late December 2025 and early January 2026. Due to leakage in the Narmada water supply pipeline, sewage water got mixed with drinking water. Due to this, serious infection spread and till now 23 people have been confirmed dead. This crisis has shaken the entire city.

Pressure on hospitals increased due to spread of disease

Initially people were complaining about smelly and discolored water, but the situation worsened when suddenly cases of diarrhoea, vomiting and dehydration started increasing rapidly. Thousands of people fell ill and hundreds had to be hospitalized. There was a rush of patients at the health centres, due to which questions were raised on the preparations of the administration. Later investigation revealed that the number of affected people was more than 1,400.

The thrill of the match and the challenge of the situation

The ODI series between India and New Zealand is currently tied at 1-1 and the match in Indore is going to prove to be decisive. The first match was won by India, while Darryl Mitchell’s century in Rajkot gave a spectacular victory to New Zealand. This match in Indore will also be India’s last ODI in the next several months. In such a situation, fitness and focus of the players is very important.

Health first, then cricket: Captain’s message

Shubman Gill’s decision to bring a water purifier with him is not just a personal precaution, but also a big signal. This shows that in the current era, players are taking the challenges outside the field equally seriously. The situation in Indore has made it clear that health protection has also become a part of the strategy before the match. Now it has to be seen how much this vigilance on the field helps Team India in winning.