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.