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19 Dead in Nagaland After Consuming Methanol-Laced Illicit Liquor
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🗓 27 Sep 2026, 11:01 AM
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A probe confirmed that a batch of illegal liquor containing methanol caused the deaths of 19 people in Nagaland.
A recent tragedy unfolded in Nagaland when 19 individuals lost their lives after drinking a spurious alcoholic beverage. The victims, whose identities have not been disclosed, reportedly consumed the liquor at a local gathering before falling ill with severe symptoms.
State police officials launched an investigation and sent samples of the seized drink to a forensic laboratory. The analysis confirmed the presence of high concentrations of methanol, a toxic alcohol that can cause blindness, organ failure and death when ingested.
Health authorities have warned the public about the dangers of unregulated liquor and urged anyone experiencing symptoms such as nausea, vomiting or visual disturbances after drinking to seek immediate medical attention. The incident adds to a series of methanol poisoning cases that have occurred across the country in recent years.
The Nagaland police have opened a criminal case against the alleged manufacturers and distributors of the counterfeit liquor, stating that they will pursue strict legal action to deter similar illicit operations.
State police officials launched an investigation and sent samples of the seized drink to a forensic laboratory. The analysis confirmed the presence of high concentrations of methanol, a toxic alcohol that can cause blindness, organ failure and death when ingested.
Health authorities have warned the public about the dangers of unregulated liquor and urged anyone experiencing symptoms such as nausea, vomiting or visual disturbances after drinking to seek immediate medical attention. The incident adds to a series of methanol poisoning cases that have occurred across the country in recent years.
The Nagaland police have opened a criminal case against the alleged manufacturers and distributors of the counterfeit liquor, stating that they will pursue strict legal action to deter similar illicit operations.