Over 885kg of Fake Paneer, Khowa Seized in Dhanbad Crackdown.
Authorities in Dhanbad, Jharkhand, India, have made a significant seizure of over 885 kg of adulterated dairy products from a bus on Tuesday, July 22, 2025. The haul included 780 kg of fake paneer, 80 kg of Khowa, 25 kg of Peda, and 25 kg of ladoos, all widely consumed Indian dairy items. This large-scale bust highlights the persistent challenge of food fraud and adulteration within the nation’s vast dairy sector, posing serious concerns for public health and consumer trust.
The contaminated dairy products were loaded in Bakhtiyarpur, Bihar’s Patna district, and were intended for distribution to various shops across Dhanbad. The seizure was executed during a targeted special checking operation near Puja Talkies, under the jurisdiction of the Sadar police station, following a crucial tip-off. This incident underscores the importance of intelligence-led enforcement in combating illicit practices within the food supply chain and protecting the integrity of dairy produce.
Preliminary on-the-spot tests conducted by officials revealed alarming levels of contamination, with all seized items found to be adulterated by up to 60 percent. Samples of the illicit dairy products have been dispatched to the state laboratory in Ranchi for more comprehensive testing and conclusive analysis. Such high levels of adulteration are a severe threat to consumer safety and can significantly impact the nutritional value and quality perception of dairy products.
In response to the discovery, authorities have issued a formal notice to the bus owner for transporting food items without the requisite food supply license. Further action will be initiated under the stringent Food Safety Standard Act (FSSA) 2006, signaling a strong regulatory stance against such illegal activities. This strict enforcement aims to deter future instances of dairy product adulteration and reinforce compliance with food safety standards.
This major seizure forms part of a broader, intensified special campaign targeting adulterated food items, directly mandated by the Deputy Commissioner and Civil Surgeon. For the international dairy community, dairy economics analysts, and food safety professionals, this incident serves as a critical reminder of the ongoing battle against food crime in large, diverse markets like India, emphasizing the need for robust surveillance, testing, and regulatory frameworks to safeguard consumer health and maintain confidence in dairy product integrity.
Source: The Print: Over 885 kg of adulterated dairy products seized in Dhanbad
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