Factory Sealed for Selling Substandard Cooking Oil Under Famous Brand Names
Authorities have uncovered an illegal factory producing counterfeit cooking oil and ghee under the names of popular brands inside a residential property in Karachi's Shadman Town.
Authorities have uncovered an illegal factory producing counterfeit cooking oil and ghee under the names of popular brands inside a residential property in Karachi's Shadman Town.
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- The Sindh Food Authority (SFA) and Shahrah-e-Noor Jahan police conducted a joint raid after receiving a tip regarding illegal manufacturing activities at the property.
- 3 Lahore Police Officers Arrested for Demanding Funds for Food from Citizen.
- During the raid, authorities recovered counterfeit cooking oil and ghee products carrying the names of well-known brands, including Soya Supreme, Dalda and Habib.
- According to an SFA spokesperson and police authorities, the premises were locked when the raiding team arrived.
- The SFA spokesperson remarked heavy machinery had been installed inside the house to fill and package cooking oil and ghee.
Meanwhile, the Sindh Food Authority (SFA) and Shahrah-e-Noor Jahan police conducted a joint raid after receiving a tip regarding illegal manufacturing activities at the property. Islamabad Petrol Pumps Caught Selling Less Fuel At Full Cost.
According to an SFA spokesperson and police authorities, the premises were locked when the raiding team arrived. Authorities gained access to the property, seized the equipment and materials discovered inside, and sealed the premises.
Meanwhile, the SFA spokesperson remarked heavy machinery had been installed inside the house to fill and package cooking oil and ghee.
Authorities additionally seized substandard loose oil, empty bottles, cartons, branded labels, sealing machines and other packaging materials employed in the operation.
Initial investigations suggest that low-quality cooking oil and ghee were being packaged in counterfeit containers bearing the names of established brands before being distributed to shops throughout Karachi.
Authorities stated the factory operated during the day and remained closed at night.
Notably, the SFA and police have sealed the property and initiated legal proceedings against those involved in the illegal operation.
Police remarked further investigations are underway to determine how long the factory had been operating, identify those responsible and trace the distribution network supplying counterfeit cooking oil and ghee to shops throughout the city. Stay Connected with ProPakistani. Obtain the latest news and stories wherever you prefer. Follow on Google Discover. Follow on Google News Join WhatsApp. See more ProPakistani stories in Google Search and Top Stories.
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