The Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) today reiterated its commitment to exposing malpractices and safeguarding public health after successfully bringing to light the fraudulent nature of Som Distilleries and its sale of spurious liquor in Telangana. The controversy began when BRS accused the Congress government of granting permissions to the company, a claim initially refuted by Congress Excise minister Jupally Krishna Rao, who even threatened legal defamation.However, when BRS presented irrefutable evidence, the minister was forced to admit that Som Distilleries had indeed received permissions to sell beer in Telangana.
Following this, BRS continued its campaign against the firm, exposing its fraudulent practices through social media, mainstream media, and in the Telangana Assembly. Under mounting pressure from BRS, the Congress government eventually withdrew the permissions granted to Som Distilleries. However, the company responded by filing a civil defamation case against BRS leader Krishank Manne in the Bhopal District and Sessions Court.
On December 11, Krishank appeared before the court and firmly stated his resolve to contest the case, refusing to succumb to threats from the company or the Congress government in Telangana. He emphasized that his fight was to protect public health and prevent the sale of spurious liquor in the state.
“The health of the people of Telangana is our priority, and BRS will not back down. We have exposed the facts, and our commitment to transparency and accountability remains unwavering,” Krishank stated.
Som Distilleries, a company headquartered in Madhya Pradesh, has faced repeated allegations of producing and selling substandard and spurious liquor. Concerns have been raised about the health risks posed by their products, with reports of violations in quality standards and regulatory norms. The firm has also been under scrutiny from the Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister and the State Child Rights Commission, further highlighting its questionable operations. The next date of court hearing is 15January2025.
