Islamabad Food Authority Launches Major Crackdown on Adulteration Mafia

Islamabad: The Islamabad Food Authority (IFA) has intensified its crackdown against the adulteration mafia, successfully sealing a fake milk manufacturing unit that was producing up to 100,000 liters of counterfeit milk daily by frequently changing locations.

Following prolonged surveillance, IFA teams arrested two main suspects involved in the illegal operation. During the raid, authorities seized and destroyed 50,000 liters of ready-made fake milk, 105 bags of chemical powder, and 250 tins of oil. A formal case has also been registered against the accused.

The operation was carried out in Muhammadi Town, Khanna Syedan, under the supervision of Deputy Director Food Authority Dr. Tahira Sadiq. According to officials, after their previous unit in the Pandorian area was sealed, the suspects shifted to a new location to continue their illegal activities.

Speaking on the occasion, Dr. Tahira Sadiq stated that food safety and vigilance teams conducted extensive reconnaissance to trace the vehicles, suppliers, and the production unit. She revealed that the suspects were secretly producing counterfeit milk in a residential area, making it resemble real milk.

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On-site testing proved unsuccessful, as the milk failed to meet the prescribed quality standards. Laboratory analysis confirmed the presence of powdered substances, water, and vegetable ghee in the milk.

Dr. Tahira Sadiq further emphasized that cases are being registered against those involved in selling a white chemical solution under the guise of milk. She reaffirmed that all available resources will be utilized to completely eliminate the adulteration mafia from Islamabad.

She also warned milk suppliers to strictly comply with established laws and regulations, adding that no leniency will be shown in case of violations.