Shiv Sena's Neelam Gorhe Calls Pune Liquor Tragedy Preventable
Pune illicit liquor tragedy was preventable, says Shiv Sena's Gorhe
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Neelam Gorhe, Deputy Chairperson of the Maharashtra Legislative Council, criticized local authorities for failing to act on warnings regarding the Pune illicit liquor tragedy. She emphasized the need for accountability in law enforcement to prevent future incidents, as 13 excise officials have been suspended following the deaths linked to toxic liquor consumption.
- 01Neelam Gorhe stated that the Pune tragedy was preventable had authorities acted on prior warnings.
- 02Local Shiv Sena leaders had raised concerns about toxic liquor issues before the incident occurred.
- 03Gorhe highlighted a systemic failure in law enforcement regarding monitoring and responding to citizen complaints.
- 04Thirteen excise officials, including three inspectors, were suspended in connection with the tragedy.
- 05Two individuals involved in the alcohol supply chain have been arrested as investigations continue.
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Neelam Gorhe, Deputy Chairperson of the Maharashtra Legislative Council and a leader of the Shiv Sena party, condemned the Pune illicit liquor tragedy as a preventable incident. She criticized local authorities for neglecting repeated warnings from citizens and local leaders regarding toxic liquor issues. Gorhe pointed out that had timely action been taken, the tragedy could have been avoided. She emphasized that the problem of toxic liquor is not limited to Pune but is widespread across India, highlighting a significant failure in law enforcement vigilance. Gorhe warned that without accountability and a serious approach to citizen reports, similar tragedies are likely to recur. In the wake of the incident, the State Excise Department suspended 13 officials, including inspectors, and two individuals linked to the alcohol supply chain have been arrested. Investigations are ongoing, with forensic examinations planned.
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The local community is affected by the illicit liquor tragedy, highlighting the need for improved law enforcement and public safety measures.
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