adulterated food seizure
Telangana Food Safety Authorities Seize Over 100 Kg Of Adulterated Food In Pre-Diwali Raids
Oct 19, 2025 11:40 am CST
Telangana's Food Safety teams conducted extensive raids across 95 sweet shops in all 33 districts before Diwali, seizing over 100 kg of adulterated food products. Inspections revealed widespread use of synthetic colors in milk-based sweets, adulterated ghee, and poor hygiene conditions. Authorities have issued consumer advisories urging caution when purchasing festival treats.
UP Government Seizes Rs 4.76 Crore Worth of Adulterated Food Items in Massive Pre-Diwali Crackdown
Oct 17, 2025 01:17 am CST
The Uttar Pradesh government has intensified efforts against food adulteration ahead of Diwali, seizing over 3,394 quintals of adulterated food worth Rs 4.76 crore. The Food Safety and Drug Administration conducted 5,464 inspections across the state, targeting milk products, sweets, ghee, and edible oils. Authorities urge the public to report suspicious food items through dedicated helplines as they continue targeting organized adulteration networks during the festive season.