Reena Bourasi said that claims of prohibition have been proven false as liquor outlets are opening everywhere. The government is being cornered over deaths caused by toxic alcohol and it has been stated that the victims should receive compensation.

Women's Congress state president Reena Baurasi Setia on Sunday targeted the state government regarding the deaths caused by toxic liquor in Sagar. She said, "This is a direct failure of the government." Baurasi demanded prohibition in the state. She stated that discussions about banning alcohol have been going on for many years, but liquor outlets are being opened everywhere. The government has not taken any concrete steps regarding prohibition so far.