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19 People Die in Nagaland Over Two Days After Drinking Spurious Liquor
✍️ Mangalore Today
🗓 26 Sep 2026, 03:02 PM
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Nineteen people died in Nagaland over a two‑day period after consuming suspected spurious liquor, prompting authorities to form a Special Investigation Team.
Nineteen individuals lost their lives in Nagaland during a span of two days after reportedly ingesting spurious liquor.
In response to the sudden spike in fatalities, state officials announced the formation of a Special Investigation Team (SIT) to probe the source and distribution of the contaminated alcohol.
Spurious liquor has been a recurring public health concern in the region, with previous incidents leading to multiple deaths and widespread calls for stricter regulation.
The SIT will examine production practices, supply chains, and potential contamination, while health authorities continue to monitor affected communities for related symptoms.
In response to the sudden spike in fatalities, state officials announced the formation of a Special Investigation Team (SIT) to probe the source and distribution of the contaminated alcohol.
Spurious liquor has been a recurring public health concern in the region, with previous incidents leading to multiple deaths and widespread calls for stricter regulation.
The SIT will examine production practices, supply chains, and potential contamination, while health authorities continue to monitor affected communities for related symptoms.