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Gujarat Hooch Tragedy Claims 13 Lives: Who's Responsible for This Preventable Disaster?

As the toll in the Gujarat hooch tragedy rises to 13, questions mount over government accountability and the safety of citizens.

Indian Cockroach Desk23 August 2026, 6:39 pm IST1 min read
Source:The Hindu
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In a shocking turn of events, the death toll from the Gujarat hooch tragedy has reached 13, with two additional victims succumbing during treatment. Reports indicate that 67 individuals consumed toxic liquor containing methanol, raising alarming concerns over public safety and regulatory enforcement.

Authorities have arrested 13 out of the 21 accused named in the FIR, but many are left wondering: what measures were in place to prevent such a catastrophe? Citizens are demanding answers about the government's role in ensuring the safety of its people and the effectiveness of its liquor regulations.

The tragedy serves as a grim reminder of the potential dangers lurking in the shadows of illegal liquor sales, and it raises critical questions about accountability and the protection of ordinary citizens. As reported by The Hindu, the community is still reeling from the aftermath, seeking justice and assurances that such negligence will not be tolerated in the future.

Source: The Hindu

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