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Nine dead in Sagar as poisonous liquor tragedy unfolds, Deputy CM vows no leniency
✍️ Amar Ujala · Madhya Pradesh
🗓 06 Sep 2026, 11:17 AM
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A suspected poisonous liquor consumption in Bunda tehsil of Sagar district, Madhya Pradesh, has claimed nine lives. Deputy Chief Minister expressed sorrow and pledged that those responsible will face strict action.
Sagar district’s Bunda tehsil in Madhya Pradesh witnessed a deadly incident on Monday when a batch of suspected poisonous liquor was consumed, resulting in the death of nine individuals, according to local officials.
The district administration has launched an investigation to trace the source of the illicit brew and to identify those who supplied it. Deputy Chief Minister [Name] expressed deep grief over the loss of life and assured that the perpetrators would not be spared any leniency.
Authorities have sealed the premises where the liquor was stored and are conducting forensic tests to confirm the exact nature of the toxins involved. The incident adds to a growing pattern of illegal liquor-related fatalities across the state, prompting calls for stricter enforcement of liquor laws.
Families of the victims have been notified, and relief measures are being coordinated by the district’s health and welfare departments.
The district administration has launched an investigation to trace the source of the illicit brew and to identify those who supplied it. Deputy Chief Minister [Name] expressed deep grief over the loss of life and assured that the perpetrators would not be spared any leniency.
Authorities have sealed the premises where the liquor was stored and are conducting forensic tests to confirm the exact nature of the toxins involved. The incident adds to a growing pattern of illegal liquor-related fatalities across the state, prompting calls for stricter enforcement of liquor laws.
Families of the victims have been notified, and relief measures are being coordinated by the district’s health and welfare departments.