NHRC Demands Report on Kallakurichi Hooch Tragedy

The NHRC has issued notices to the Tamil Nadu government and police chief regarding the Kallakurichi hooch tragedy, seeking a report in a week. The incident has resulted in 58 deaths and many hospitalizations due to illicit liquor consumption.

The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) on Tuesday issued notices to the Tamil Nadu government and police chief in the wake of the hooch tragedy in Kallakurichi district, demanding a report within a week.

As of Monday, the death toll had risen to 58, with 219 individuals hospitalized due to the consumption of illicit liquor. According to the NHRC, several victims, including women, remain in critical condition, highlighting a grave violation of their right to life if the media reports are accurate.

The commission has directed the state's chief secretary and director general of police to provide a detailed report covering the status of the FIR, medical treatment of the hospitalized victims, and compensation disbursement to the families affected. An inquiry has been ordered by the state government, and actions against responsible officials are expected.