India News : A tragic incident has shaken Rajasthan’s Bhilwara district, where four members of a family died after allegedly consuming a toxic cleaning chemical, mistaking it for liquor. The incident occurred late Thursday night in Aloli village under the Gangapur police station area. One woman remains in critical condition.
What Happened
According to officials, the victims—Ratan (42), his wife Sushila Devi (40), and two elderly women Jamni Devi (60) and Badami Devi (60)—had returned home after working at a wedding function where they were engaged in utensil washing and cleaning. A chemical used to clean and polish utensils had been brought to the venue. After finishing work, the group allegedly carried the bottles home, mistaking them for alcohol, and consumed the liquid.
Within minutes, all of them began experiencing severe abdominal burning, vomiting, and loss of consciousness. They were rushed to Gangapur hospital, where Jamni Devi, Ratan, and Sushila Devi died during treatment. Two women were referred to Bhilwara’s Mahatma Gandhi Hospital; Badami Devi died on the way, while Sanu (22) remains in a critical condition.
Medical & Police Findings
Doctors at Mahatma Gandhi Hospital said toxic liquid was found in the stomachs of the deceased during post-mortem examinations. While initial indications point to a strong chemical, the final cause will be confirmed after FSL reports.
Bhilwara Superintendent of Police Dharmendra Singh Yadav said the bottle used was seized and preliminary investigation shows the chemical was purchased from a local shop in Bhilwara. Police are questioning the shopkeeper to determine why the chemical was sold without adequate warning labels. Forensic teams have collected samples from the scene.
Administrative Response
District Collector Jasmeet Singh Sandhu and senior officials visited the village. The administration has ordered door-to-door health check-ups to ensure no one else consumed the substance. Residents have been advised to avoid any unidentified liquids or chemicals.
The Collector said the families of the deceased will receive all possible assistance, including support under the Chief Minister’s health and relief schemes. If any family is not registered under existing schemes, aid will be provided through the Chief Minister’s Relief Fund.
Village in Mourning
The deaths have plunged Aloli village into mourning. Kitchens remained cold, and residents described the tragedy as a result of poverty and lack of awareness, which led to a fatal mistake costing multiple lives.
Authorities continue to investigate the source, labeling, and sale of the chemical to prevent such incidents in the future.
