2011 Bengal alcohol poisonings
2011 Bengal alcohol poisonings
The 2011 Bengal alcohol poisonings refer to a series of tragic incidents in West Bengal, India, where large-scale consumption of illicitly produced alcoholic beverages led to numerous fatalities. Beginning in May 2011, the poisonings primarily affected low-income communities, with reports indicating that methanol-contaminated liquor was responsible for the deaths of over 170 individuals. The state government launched investigations into the origins of the tainted alcohol, highlighting the risks associated with illegal distilleries and the lack of regulatory oversight. In response to the crisis, authorities implemented stricter regulations on alcohol production and distribution, reinforcing public health measures aimed at preventing future incidents of poisoning and raising awareness about the dangers of consuming unregulated alcoholic products.