Bihar Hooch Tragedy Claims Five Lives, Police Officer Suspended
Bihar hooch tragedy death toll rises to 5, SHO suspended
Hindustan Times
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The death toll from the hooch tragedy in East Champaran, Bihar, has risen to five, with several others hospitalized due to suspected spurious liquor consumption. A police officer has been suspended, and multiple arrests have been made as authorities investigate the source of the toxic alcohol.
- 01Five people have died from consuming suspected spurious liquor in East Champaran, Bihar.
- 02At least six others are hospitalized, with some showing symptoms of blindness.
- 03A police station house officer has been suspended due to negligence.
- 04Multiple arrests have been made, including key suppliers of the toxic liquor.
- 05The opposition criticizes the state's prohibition laws, citing over 1,300 deaths from spurious liquor since enforcement.
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The hooch tragedy in East Champaran district, Bihar, has resulted in five deaths due to suspected spurious liquor consumption. Among the deceased are Chandu Kumar (28) and Hiralal Bhagat from Raghunathpur police station. Six others are currently hospitalized, with some experiencing symptoms of blindness. In response to the incident, the station house officer (SHO) of Turkauliya police station, Umashankar Manjhi, has been suspended for negligence. Authorities have arrested eight individuals, including key suppliers involved in the distribution of the toxic liquor. Investigations revealed that the victims consumed locally brewed alcohol on Wednesday evening, with initial reports indicating that the spirit was transported in yellow cans typically used for oil. A Special Investigation Team (SIT) has been formed to trace the supply chain of the toxic liquor. Opposition leader Tejashwi Yadav has criticized the state's prohibition laws, highlighting that over 1,300 people have died from spurious liquor since the prohibition was enacted, arguing that the law has failed to achieve its intended goals.
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The tragedy highlights the dangers of spurious liquor, raising concerns among local communities about safety and regulation.
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