On Saturday, Lakshman Behera admitted to MKCG Medical College Hospital had died during treatment. Two other deceased persons were Juru Behera and Loknath Behera.

At least 15 people from Jenapur and Karabalua area were admitted to the medical college and hospital on August 19, after they consumed the suspected spurious liquor from a vendor, who allegedly sold the country-made liquor at Maundapur village.

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Police and excise personnel have carried out a crackdown on the illegal liquor manufacturing units in the area. Huge quantities of liquor have been destroyed and seized during the raids. The raids would be intensified further, said the SP.

Police and excise personnel have arrested at least 16 people in connection with the hooch tragedy.

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