New Delhi, April 3 -- Four people have died, and at least six others are undergoing treatment at a government hospital in Bihar's East Champaran district after consuming spurious liquor. The latest hooch tragedy took place at Turkauliya and Raghunathpur areas of Motihari on Thursday.

At least seven others, who had also sought treatment after consuming the adulterated liquor, have been discharged from the hospital.

"The death toll has now mounted to four. Bodies have been sent for post-mortem examination. The exact cause of death can only be known after the report," East Champaran District Magistrate Saurabh Jorwal said.

A total of 12 people, including a village chowkidar, have been arrested in connection with the incident, while the SH...