According to sources 25 deaths have occurred due to poisonous liquor in Siwan and Chapra of Bihar. The government has accepted this. This figure has been officially given. Talking to the media on thursday (17 October), bihar DGP Alok raj said about this incident that there has definitely been a mistake. Action will be taken against those who are involved.
Perhaps along with this, the DGP has confirmed that 20 people have died in Siwan and five in Chapra. The DGP said that the police have arrested 12 people while taking action. He also said that strict action will be taken against these mafias. Strictest action will be taken against those who manufacture, store, supply. The Secretary of the Prohibition Department and the Superintendent of police of the Prohibition Department have also been sent to the area from Patna. These people have been instructed to look into the problems and prepare a detailed action plan so that action can be taken against everyone.
Moreover on the question that such incidents are happening during festivals, he accepted the fact of lapse. He said that those due to whom this lapse is happening will be identified and appropriate action will be taken. In the meeting of departmental officials with chief minister Nitish Kumar, directions have been given to take action. Those who are guilty will not be spared. Let us tell you that the opposition is attacking the government regarding the deaths in Chapra and Siwan due to poisonous liquor. Tejashwi Yadav has alleged that JDU people are getting liquor delivered at home. At the same time, the ruling party leaders are blaming RJD.