Adulterated Toddy: Even without trees.. 'adulterated' toddy with chemicals!

The death toll due to adulteratedtoddy in Kukatpally area of ??Hyderabad cityhas reached six. The incident has caused great concern among the people of the city. The deceased have been identified as Swaroopa, Tulasiram, Bojjayya, Narayanamma, Mounika and Narayana. All of them belong to HMT Hills Saicharan Colony. Doctors have confirmed that they died after falling seriously ill after consuming toddy. Officials believe that this was completely due to the poison they swallowed from adulterated toddy.

Even without toddy trees... adulteration is being produced with chemicals

Although there are not many palm and coconut trees in Hyderabad city and its surrounding areas, more than 100 toddy compounds are operating in the city. It is reported that some traders are making adulterated toddy with hazardous chemicals to meet the demand. Allegations are being made that this accident happened due to the lack of serious response from the relevant authorities. Medical experts warn that consuming adulterated toddy can cause serious damage to organs like the nervous system, liver, and kidneys, and can even lead to death.

Criticism of officials' negligence - demand for strict action

Locals and the families of the victims are expressing anger at the authorities over this incident. They are criticizing the fact that no one is investigating the toddy compounds and the illegal sale of toddy without permits as evidence of the negligence of the authorities. People are demanding a full investigation into this incident and strict action against those responsible. Experts suggest that legal action should be taken against those involved in the manufacture and sale of adulterated toddy.

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