Nagaland declares statewide alert after spurious liquor deaths in Tuensang

The Nagaland state government issued a statewide alert after reports of deaths in Tuensang district were linked to suspected spurious liquor. Health officials said the victims had consumed illicitly brewed alcohol that is believed to contain toxic methanol. The exact casualty figure has not been disclosed, but families have approached authorities for assistance.
Police have launched an investigation, sealed suspected production sites and urged the public to avoid unlicensed liquor. The district administration has instructed medical facilities to remain on standby for any related emergencies.
The alert, now in effect across the entire state, calls on citizens to report any suspicious liquor sales and to seek immediate medical help if they experience symptoms such as vomiting, dizziness or visual disturbances.
Authorities continue to monitor the situation and are coordinating with local law‑enforcement agencies to prevent further incidents.