Kerala Excise Minister Vows to Crack Down on Bars Serving Alcohol to Minors

Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala: Kerala's Excise Minister, M Liju, has vowed to crack down on bars flouting age restrictions. This comes after a devastating road accident that claimed the lives of three individuals, a 19-year-old driver among them.

The minister's comments came on the heels of a tragic incident that highlighted the need for stricter enforcement of the state's 23-year-old drinking age limit.

The incident, which occurred near Kochi airport, has sent shockwaves through the community, with many calling for stricter enforcement of the law to prevent similar tragedies in the future. According to police officials, the 19-year-old driver, Suhail Sajeev, had allegedly consumed alcohol at two bars before getting behind the wheel and crashing into a group of people who were out for a tea break.

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The victims, all 21 years old, suffered fatal injuries in the crash, which also left a scooter and its riders severely damaged. The three victims were part of a group of friends who were out for a leisurely ride when the accident occurred.

Sajeev, who was also accused of a history of reckless driving, was taken into custody on Monday and is currently facing charges related to the incident. Witnesses reported that Sajeev had been driving at an alarming speed.

With one incident involving a recorded speed of 218 km per hour. And had attempted to evade consequences by invoking the name of his businessman father.

The incident has sparked widespread outrage, with many taking to social media to express their shock and disappointment at the young man's actions. The Kerala government has announced plans to take severe measures against bars that flout the law, including increased penalties and stricter enforcement.

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The incident has also raised questions about the effectiveness of current laws and regulations, with many calling for greater transparency and accountability. The Excise Minister has pledged to work closely with law enforcement agencies to ensure that bars are held accountable for serving alcohol to minors.

The Kerala government has promised to take a tough stance on the issue. With the Excise Minister vowing to leave no stone unturned in the pursuit of justice. The state government will not compromise on this issue under any circumstances, as the, Minister stated.

during the Assembly session.