Fake paneer factory busted in Raipur – Paneer was being made from cheap palm oil and milk powder, large scale supply revealed
Fake Paneer Factory Busted in Raipur: A Shocking Revelation-Raipur’s health and food safety departments recently uncovered a disturbing operation: a factory producing fake paneer in unsanitary conditions. This discovery highlights the importance of food safety regulations and consumer awareness.
The Unhygienic Production of Fake Paneer-The factory, located in Shankar Nagar, was operating in appalling conditions above a drain. The process involved mixing palm oil, fat lumps, and milk powder to create a cheap imitation of paneer. Authorities seized large quantities of this fake paneer, raw materials, packaging materials, and styrofoam containers. Samples have been sent for testing, and the factory operator faces serious legal consequences. The sheer disregard for hygiene and public health is alarming.
Distribution and Deception-The factory, run by Ramanand Bagh, held a license for manufacturing analog products. However, he exploited this license to produce and distribute fake paneer, selling it to numerous hotels and dhabas in Raipur and even as far as Odisha. Each kilogram cost him ₹180 to produce, yet he sold it for ₹240-250, making a substantial profit. The paneer was packaged in simple polythene bags, lacking any nutritional information or expiry dates, posing a significant health risk to consumers. The deception involved in this operation is particularly concerning.
Legal Action and Future Implications-The raid revealed widespread violations of hygiene and labeling standards. Food safety regulations mandate clear packaging with ingredient lists, nutritional information, and manufacturing/expiry dates. None of these were present. Authorities are currently investigating the license and other documents. Once the investigation is complete, strict legal action will be taken under relevant sections of the law to prevent the distribution of such hazardous food products. This case underscores the need for tighter regulations and more frequent inspections to protect consumers from potentially harmful food products. The investigation’s outcome will set a precedent for future cases.
