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Nine dead after drinking illicit liquor in Sagar, Madhya Pradesh
✍️ India Today
🗓 06 Sep 2026, 11:32 AM
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Nine people died after consuming counterfeit alcohol in Sagar, Madhya Pradesh, officials said.
Nine individuals lost their lives after ingesting spurious liquor in the city of Sagar, Madhya Pradesh, according to local authorities. The victims are reported to have consumed the illicit brew at a private gathering, leading to rapid deterioration of health and subsequent fatalities.
Police and health officials have launched an investigation to trace the source of the illegal liquor. Teams are collecting samples, interrogating witnesses, and checking local markets for unlicensed alcohol vendors. The investigation aims to identify the manufacturers and distributors responsible for the counterfeit product.
State health officials have warned the public about the dangers of consuming unregulated alcohol, urging people to purchase beverages only from licensed outlets. This incident adds to a series of similar tragedies in the region, highlighting the need for stricter enforcement against illicit liquor operations.
Police and health officials have launched an investigation to trace the source of the illegal liquor. Teams are collecting samples, interrogating witnesses, and checking local markets for unlicensed alcohol vendors. The investigation aims to identify the manufacturers and distributors responsible for the counterfeit product.
State health officials have warned the public about the dangers of consuming unregulated alcohol, urging people to purchase beverages only from licensed outlets. This incident adds to a series of similar tragedies in the region, highlighting the need for stricter enforcement against illicit liquor operations.