In a tragic incident in Kallakurichi district, Tamil Nadu, at least 29 individuals lost their lives and over 60 were hospitalized after consuming illicit liquor laced with methanol. The incident has sparked widespread concern and swift government action, underscoring the dangers associated with the consumption of adulterated alcohol in the region. This marks yet another instance of fatalities linked to illegal liquor consumption in the state, prompting urgent measures and accountability from authorities.
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- 29 people died and over 60 were hospitalized in Kallakurichi district due to consumption of illicit liquor.
- The liquor was found to be adulterated with methanol.
- Police have arrested two individuals involved in supplying the illicit liquor.
- Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin expressed shock and initiated action against negligent officials.
- Kallakurichi SP Samaysingh Meena was suspended, and a new SP appointed.
- The investigation has been transferred to Crime Branch-CID (CB-CID).
- Health Minister Ma Subramanian and Highways Minister E V Velu were dispatched to oversee relief efforts.
- BJP state chief called for the resignation of the Minister for Prohibition and Excise.
- Similar incidents in Villupuram and Chengalpattu last year raised concerns about illicit liquor-related deaths.
- The government vowed stringent measures against those involved in producing and selling illegal alcohol.
