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The death toll in the Kallakurichi Hooch tragedy has risen to 56, with over 200 people hospitalized. Actor-turned-politician Kamal Haasan visited victims and stressed the importance of responsible drinking, while the BJP criticized the silence of INDIA bloc leaders on the issue. The Tamil Nadu government has announced financial assistance for victims and ordered a judicial inquiry.

Three accused in the Kallakurichi hooch tragedy in Tamil Nadu have been sent to 15-day judicial custody. Meanwhile, AIADMK MLAs staged a protest at the State Assembly in Chennai, wearing black clothes to commemorate the victims of the tragedy. The protest led to chaos both inside and outside the Assembly.