Eating This Ghee Could Be Risky, See What FDCA Found
The Food and Drug Control Administration (FDCA) of Gujarat, along with the local food supply department, carried out a surprise inspection at a ghee manufacturing unit in Gugaliyana village, located in Thangadh taluka of Surendranagar district. This action was taken on Tuesday following suspicions of food adulteration.
Huge Stock Seized
During the raid, officials seized around 2,700 kilograms of edible stock, including branded ghee, loose ghee, butter, and refined palmolein oil. The total value of the seized products is estimated to be around ₹13 lakh.
Brands and Owners Under Scrutiny
The raid targeted two businesses Shiv Industries and Maheshwari Products and Chemicals both reportedly operated by Rajesh Chavda. A significant quantity of ghee labelled as ‘Shree Bhog’ was found on-site, along with unlabelled ghee and other dairy fats.
Why Was the Raid Conducted?
FDCA officials suspected that the ghee might be adulterated which means it could be mixed with non-genuine or harmful substances. To confirm this, the team collected samples of four products for laboratory testing.
According to FDCA Commissioner Dr. H.G. Koshia, the collected samples have been sent to an accredited laboratory for analysis. “If the tests confirm adulteration, we will take strict legal action as per food safety laws,” he said.
Health Concerns Behind Adulterated Ghee
Adulterated ghee may contain cheap oils, harmful additives, or non-edible substances, posing serious health risks such as digestive issues, cardiovascular problems, and food poisoning. Regular consumption of such compromised products can endanger public health, especially among vulnerable populations like children and the elderly.
Consumers are advised to:
- Buy ghee from trusted brands with FSSAI (Food Safety and Standards Authority of India) approval.
- Check for tamper-proof packaging and proper labelling.
- Avoid loose ghee sold without any quality assurance or origin details.
Conclusion
The FDCA’s swift action reflects the growing importance of food safety surveillance in protecting public health. Once the test results are confirmed, authorities are expected to proceed with appropriate legal measures to ensure accountability and prevent such practices in the future.
Source: Inputs from various media Sources
Priya Bairagi
Reviewed by Dr Aarti Nehra (MBBS, MMST)
I’m a pharmacist with a strong background in health sciences. I hold a BSc from Delhi University and a pharmacy degree from PDM University. I write articles and daily health news while interviewing doctors to bring you the latest insights. In my free time, you’ll find me at the gym or lost in a sci-fi novel.
