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Toxic Liquor Tragedy in Sagar: Panchayat Secretary Ajay Lodhi Dies, 18 Reported Dead
✍️ Amar Ujala · Madhya Pradesh
🗓 12 Sep 2026, 07:36 PM
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In Sagar, Madhya Pradesh, the death of Panchayat secretary Ajay Lodhi after consuming toxic liquor has led to a death toll of 18, according to official figures, while local claims suggest 33 fatalities.
Police in Sagar, Madhya Pradesh, confirmed that Panchayat secretary Ajay Lodhi died after ingesting a batch of toxic liquor found at a local gathering. The incident has sparked a death toll that authorities report as 18, though local residents claim the number could be as high as 33.
The Madhya Pradesh police arrested Ravi Lakhra, who is alleged to have supplied the contaminated liquor. Lakhra is currently in custody and faces charges related to the poisoning.
While the focus remains on the investigation of the toxic liquor, authorities have also intensified actions against illegal construction in the area, deploying bulldozers to clear unauthorized structures.
The incident has raised concerns about the safety of homemade alcohol in rural districts and the need for stricter enforcement of liquor regulations.
The Madhya Pradesh police arrested Ravi Lakhra, who is alleged to have supplied the contaminated liquor. Lakhra is currently in custody and faces charges related to the poisoning.
While the focus remains on the investigation of the toxic liquor, authorities have also intensified actions against illegal construction in the area, deploying bulldozers to clear unauthorized structures.
The incident has raised concerns about the safety of homemade alcohol in rural districts and the need for stricter enforcement of liquor regulations.