Authorities in Tamil Nadu said at least 34 people died after consuming the illicit alcohol. Hundreds of people die each year following consumption of toxic liquor, which is often sold cheaper than alternatives.Since Wednesday over 100 people, suffering from vomiting, stomach ache and diarrhoea, have needed hospital treatment in the Kallakurichi district, 150 miles by road from the state capital Chennai, the spokesperson said.
The state government suspended at least 10 officials, including the district’s collector and police chief, over the illicit liquor incident, according to a statement.
