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Mumbai Authorities Destroy Thousands of Litres of Unsafe Milk
Food safety officials in Mumbai have seized and destroyed over 4,700 litres of adulterated and suspect milk during a coordinated crackdown on multiple establishments. The destroyed stock, valued at approximately Rs 1,85,780, was deemed unfit for human consumption.
LSN India ·
Authorities across Mumbai conducted simultaneous raids at multiple dairy and milk distribution facilities, uncovering widespread violations of food safety standards. The operation resulted in the destruction of 4,710 litres of milk that failed quality checks or contained adulterants, officials said.
The seized milk was found to contain substances that posed potential health risks to consumers, according to the food safety department. The destroyed stock represented significant economic loss to the establishments, but authorities prioritised public health protection over commercial interests.
The crackdown reflects intensified enforcement efforts by Mumbai's food safety division to combat milk adulteration, a persistent problem in urban markets across India. Officials have stepped up inspections and testing protocols at dairy facilities, distribution centres, and retail outlets to ensure only safe, unadulterated milk reaches consumers.
The operation sent a clear message to traders and producers that regulatory compliance is non-negotiable, officials stated. Establishments found violating food safety standards face penalties, license suspension, or criminal prosecution depending on the severity of violations.