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Crime
Madhya Pradesh illicit liquor deaths rise to 12, 14 bootleggers arrested
✍️ India Today
🗓 07 Sep 2026, 11:03 AM
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The death toll from a recent hooch tragedy in Madhya Pradesh has climbed to 12, while police have detained 14 suspected bootleggers in a swift crackdown.
A fresh batch of illicit liquor consumed in Madhya Pradesh has claimed 12 lives, according to the state health department. The victims, identified as residents of several villages, fell ill after drinking the unregulated brew and were later pronounced dead in local hospitals.
State police launched an intensive operation following the surge in fatalities. Law enforcement officials seized large quantities of contraband alcohol and arrested 14 individuals alleged to be involved in the production and distribution network.
Authorities said the crackdown is part of an ongoing effort to curb the illegal liquor trade, which poses a serious public‑health risk. The police have pledged to continue investigations and bring all responsible parties to justice.
The health department has urged the public to avoid unlicensed alcoholic beverages and to report any suspicious activity to the nearest police station. Families of the deceased are being offered counseling and financial assistance as per government guidelines.
State police launched an intensive operation following the surge in fatalities. Law enforcement officials seized large quantities of contraband alcohol and arrested 14 individuals alleged to be involved in the production and distribution network.
Authorities said the crackdown is part of an ongoing effort to curb the illegal liquor trade, which poses a serious public‑health risk. The police have pledged to continue investigations and bring all responsible parties to justice.
The health department has urged the public to avoid unlicensed alcoholic beverages and to report any suspicious activity to the nearest police station. Families of the deceased are being offered counseling and financial assistance as per government guidelines.