19 Die After Drinking Spurious Liquor Containing Methanol in Nagaland
· India · NDTV, Zee News
At least 19 people have died over the past two weeks in Nagaland after consuming spurious liquor that a chemical probe confirmed contained methanol. The tragedy first came to light on September 24 when four people died and another four fell ill in Dimapur. Local authorities launched a formal investigation into the distribution network behind the toxic brew. Further details regarding arrests or the exact source of the illicit alcohol have not yet been released.
Why it matters
The incident highlights the lethal dangers of illicit liquor trade and prompts heightened scrutiny of local enforcement and public health measures in Nagaland.
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