Tamil Nadu Hooch Tragedy: 58 Dead, CM Stalin Promises Support for Affected Children
In Tamil Nadu’s Kallakurichi district, a tragic incident involving illicit liquor has resulted in the deaths of 58 people. According to the District Collectorate, 156 individuals are currently receiving treatment in various government hospitals across the state.
Details of the Incident
A total of 110 people are being treated at the Kallakurichi Government Medical College hospital, 12 in Puducherry, 20 in Salem, and 4 in Viluppuram government hospital. The Kallakurichi District Magistrate reported that seven people, including five men and two women, have been discharged after treatment.
Death Toll
| Hospital | Deaths |
|---|---|
| Government Kallakurichi Medical College and Hospital | 32 |
| Government Mohan Kumaramangalam Medical College and Hospital in Salem | 18 |
| Government Villupuram Medical College and Hospital | 4 |
| Jawaharlal Institute of Postgraduate Medical Education and Research (Jipmer) in Puducherry | 3 |
Government Response
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin announced that the state government will cover the education and hostel expenses of children who lost one or both parents in the tragedy. Children who lost both parents will receive Rs 5000 monthly assistance until they turn 18, and Rs 5 lakh will be deposited as a fixed deposit in their names. For children who lost one parent, Rs 3 lakh will be deposited as a fixed deposit. Priority will be given to these children in all government welfare schemes.
Investigation
The CB-CID of Tamil Nadu police, led by SP Shantharam, has begun investigating the tragedy. Seven people have been arrested in connection with the incident, according to the Kallakurichi Collector.
