Death toll from Bhavnagar spurious liquor outbreak climbs to nine

The death toll from a spurious liquor tragedy in Bhavnagar has risen to nine, with three patients admitted to hospital in critical condition, authorities confirmed on Sunday. The outbreak has triggered a major investigation into the manufacture and distribution of fake alcohol in the district.

Law enforcement agencies have made significant headway in the case, apprehending 13 of the 21 accused persons named in the FIR registered in connection with the incident. The arrests represent initial progress in a complex investigation involving multiple supply chains and distribution networks for counterfeit liquor.

The identity and backgrounds of the deceased are still being documented as police work to establish the complete chain of production and sale of the spurious alcohol. Authorities have launched raids across the region to identify any additional sources of contaminated stock and prevent further casualties.

This incident adds to the ongoing public health threat posed by illegal liquor production in parts of Gujarat. The state government has urged citizens to report any suspicious alcohol trade activities to local law enforcement immediately.