The action was carried out under the directions of FDA Controller Deepak Kumar Agrawal (IAS), as part of an ongoing campaign against substandard sweets, paneer, and khoya across Raipur district. As part of the drive, dairy shops and paneer manufacturing units are being inspected on a regular basis.

On January 7, 2026, a team of food safety officials led by Vinod Kumar Gupta inspected M/s K.L.P. Dairy and Milk Products located in Bhatagaon. During the inspection, the team found paneer being manufactured and stored in extremely unhygienic and unsafe conditions.

Officials seized 1,700 kg of loose paneer from the premises, valued at approximately ₹4.76 lakh. Samples have been collected and dispatched to the laboratory for quality testing. Meanwhile, the dairy unit has been served an improvement notice, directing it to rectify the shortcomings identified during the inspection.

The Food Department stated that inspections of dairy outlets and paneer manufacturing units will continue as part of the sustained enforcement drive.

9,700 kg of Adulterated Dairy Products Seized in 2025

According to official data, between January 2025 and now, a total of 35 samples of paneer and analogue paneer have been sent for laboratory testing in Raipur district. During this period, nearly 9,700 kilograms of paneer, analogue paneer, and khoya were seized after being found substandard. All such products were subsequently destroyed as per prescribed norms.

So far, 10 cases related to food adulteration have been filed in court, and legal proceedings in these matters are currently underway.

The Food and Drug Administration has appealed to the public to remain vigilant and report any complaints related to food safety. Citizens can contact the department’s helpline number 9340597097 to report suspected cases of food adulteration.

Officials have reiterated that strict action against violators will continue, and no compromise will be made on public health and food safety standards.