Death toll from consuming poisonous liquor in Majitha constituency rises to 25

The death toll from consuming poisonous liquor in Majitha constituency of Amritsar, Punjab has risen to 25, while 10 people are fighting for their lives in the hospital. These deaths have taken place in seven villages of Majitha. So far, 15 to 16 people have been arrested in this case.

The police have registered two separate cases of murder, attempt to murder and Excise Act against the suspects.

According to reports, all the deceased were poor laborers etc. The role of methanol in the poisonous liquor has come to light, the police have seized 600 liters of methanol ordered by the accused from Delhi.