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CM Mohan Yadav appoints IPS officer Irshad Wali as IG of Sagar Range amid toxic liquor probe
✍️ Amar Ujala · Madhya Pradesh
🗓 10 Sep 2026, 04:33 PM
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Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav has named 2004‑batch IPS officer Irshad Wali as the new Inspector General of the Sagar Range, tasking him with curbing illegal liquor networks after the recent toxic‑alcohol scandal.
Chief Minister Mohan Yadav of Madhya Pradesh announced the appointment of Irshad Wali, an IPS officer from the 2004 batch, as the Inspector General of the Sagar Range. The decision was taken in the wake of a high‑profile toxic liquor case that has raised public concern across the state.
Wali now shoulders the responsibility of overseeing law‑enforcement operations in the Sagar region, a jurisdiction that includes several districts known for illicit alcohol production. Authorities expect his experience to strengthen the crackdown on illegal distilleries and distribution networks.
The toxic‑alcohol scandal, which resulted in numerous hospitalisations and fatalities, prompted the state government to intensify its anti‑bootlegging drive. By placing a senior officer at the helm, the administration signals its commitment to restoring public safety and restoring confidence in regulatory mechanisms.
While details of specific actions remain under preparation, officials indicated that coordinated raids, stricter licensing checks, and community awareness campaigns will form part of the new strategy under Wali's leadership.
Wali now shoulders the responsibility of overseeing law‑enforcement operations in the Sagar region, a jurisdiction that includes several districts known for illicit alcohol production. Authorities expect his experience to strengthen the crackdown on illegal distilleries and distribution networks.
The toxic‑alcohol scandal, which resulted in numerous hospitalisations and fatalities, prompted the state government to intensify its anti‑bootlegging drive. By placing a senior officer at the helm, the administration signals its commitment to restoring public safety and restoring confidence in regulatory mechanisms.
While details of specific actions remain under preparation, officials indicated that coordinated raids, stricter licensing checks, and community awareness campaigns will form part of the new strategy under Wali's leadership.