A local court in Aligarh has sentenced Pramod Gupta to 10 years in prison for his role in the 2021 hooch tragedy that claimed over 100 lives.
He was convicted for selling toxic methanol-laced liquor, leading to widespread deaths in villages.
The court also imposed fines and upheld charges under forgery and excise laws.
The verdict marks significant progress in a high-profile public safety case.
Authorities also initiated disciplinary actions against officials linked to enforcement failures.
