In a major fallout from the Pune hooch tragedy, a total of 22 police and excise personnel are facing suspension for their alleged negligence in preventing the illicit liquor trade. The state excise department has placed 13 of its personnel under suspension, including three inspectors, six sub-inspectors, and four staff members, as confirmed by Superintendent Atul Kanade.
Details of Suspensions
The suspended excise officials are accused of failing to curb the illegal sale of spurious liquor in the region, which led to the tragic deaths. The police department has also taken disciplinary action against nine of its officers, though their names have not been disclosed yet. The suspensions are part of a broader crackdown on corruption and negligence within law enforcement agencies.
Investigation Underway
Authorities have launched a detailed investigation into the incident, which claimed multiple lives. The focus is on identifying lapses in enforcement and bringing those responsible to justice. The state government has assured strict action against any officials found guilty of dereliction of duty.
This tragedy has sparked outrage among locals, who demand accountability and stricter regulation of liquor sales. The excise department has vowed to intensify inspections and take preventive measures to avoid such incidents in the future.
