A recent incident in Camp-Levieux has left a 27-year-old woman, Élodie Thomas, hospitalized with a gunshot wound. According to reports, the shooting occurred on Friday evening, October 9, 2026, and a policeman, Sergeant Gautamsingh Taukoor, has been detained in connection with the incident. The incident has garnered significant attention, with the Prime Minister, Dr. Navin Ramgoolam, expressing his sympathies and ensuring that those responsible will be held accountable.
The condition of Élodie Thomas is being closely monitored by a multidisciplinary team at Victoria Hospital, with four Indian specialists expected to arrive on October 12, 2026, to provide further assistance. The Deputy Prime Minister, Ariane Navarre-Marie, has appealed to witnesses to come forward and share information about the incident. The government has assured that it is following the matter closely and doing everything possible to provide the best care to Élodie Thomas.
In a separate development, the water distribution schedule has been revised in the Hautes Plaines Wilhems region due to a decline in water reserves at Mare-aux-Vacoas. Residents can now expect water to be supplied every other day, or every two days, depending on their location. This measure aims to mitigate the effects of the water shortage and ensure a more efficient distribution of this vital resource.
The island of Rodrigues recently celebrated 24 years of autonomy, and residents of Port-Mathurin shared their thoughts on their daily lives, concerns, and aspirations for the future. The occasion provided an opportunity for the community to reflect on their progress and look forward to new developments. Meanwhile, the Prime Minister has announced that he will be visiting Rodrigues soon, after postponing his trip.
The Navratri festival, a nine-day celebration honoring the goddess Durga, is currently underway. This significant event symbolizes the triumph of good over evil and the power of the feminine. Communities are coming together to observe the festivities and celebrate the various forms of the goddess.
In other news, the government has reported that 30,000 cubic meters of additional water are expected to be available soon, thanks to nine new boreholes. This development aims to alleviate the current water shortage, particularly in the Hautes Plaines-Wilhems region. The Prime Minister chaired a meeting to discuss the urgent situation and potential solutions.
The issue of the non-ratification of the treaty on the Chagos Islands was also addressed in a recent meeting between the Prime Minister and Jonathan Powell, a British national security advisor. The Prime Minister assured that Mauritius is not excluding the possibility of pursuing legal action. Furthermore, a project to transform infrastructure in the Roche-Bois area is being studied, with the Minister of Housing and Lands calling on local businesses to contribute financially.
Key points
- Élodie Thomas, a 27-year-old woman, was hospitalized with a gunshot wound in Camp-Levieux, Mauritius, on October 9, 2026.
- The water distribution schedule has been revised in the Hautes Plaines Wilhems region due to a decline in water reserves.
- The Navratri festival, celebrating the goddess Durga, is currently underway in Mauritius.
