In Brief
- Bhavnagar spurious liquor case death toll rises to 9.
- Three patients remain critical in hospital intensive care.
- Police arrested 13 of 21 accused named in FIR.
- Investigations continue to curb illegal liquor trade.
The death toll from the spurious liquor tragedy in Bhavnagar, Gujarat, has increased to nine, authorities confirmed on August 22. Three affected individuals remain in critical condition, receiving intensive medical care in local hospitals.
Police have registered a First Information Report (FIR) naming 21 accused involved in the manufacture and distribution of the illegal liquor. As of now, 13 of those named have been arrested as part of ongoing investigations.
The Gujarat state government and law enforcement agencies are taking strict measures to clamp down on the illicit liquor trade, emphasizing enforcement and public awareness to prevent further incidents. Medical teams continue to monitor the health of the critical patients closely.
The spurious liquor episode has again raised concerns about the dangers of counterfeit alcohol and the need for vigilant policing.
