A tragic incident occurred in Sagar district of Madhya Pradesh, where ten individuals lost their lives and approximately 35 were hospitalized following the consumption of suspected illicit liquor. Initial findings suggest possible methyl alcohol consumption.
According to reports from Akashvani News, ten people have perished after allegedly consuming suspected spurious and illegal liquor in Sagar district's Naoroja and Ghughra Khurd villages. The first information regarding this incident was received at around 4:30 AM on a specified date. Pratibha Pal, the Collector of Sagar, confirmed these deaths. Approximately 35 individuals were admitted to hospitals, with some still in serious condition as of this report. These affected patients have been transferred to Bundelkhand Medical College and Sagar District Hospital for treatment. Screening is currently underway in the affected villages, and people who consumed the liquor are being examined. Initial findings from two to three post-mortems suggest possible consumption of methyl alcohol. As a precautionary measure, some liquor shops in the area have been sealed, and their samples collected. Some individuals have been detained for questioning. After the deaths, the Sagar Commissioner, IG, Collector, and SP visited the affected villages to meet with victims' families and assess the situation. The administration has ordered strict action against such incidents, as directed by Dr. Mohan Yadav, the Chief Minister of Madhya Pradesh.
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Akashvani News
