MP News: The Enforcement Directorate (ED) conducted raids at several locations in Madhya Pradesh on Wednesday, targeting a private company allegedly involved in the production and distribution of adulterated milk products. The firm, Jayshri Gayatri Food Products Pvt Ltd, and its director are under investigation for using forged lab certificates to illegally export substandard dairy products.
ED's Action Against Food Adulteration
The ED's raids are part of a broader crackdown on food adulteration and fraudulent trade practices. The investigation has revealed that falsified lab reports were used to export adulterated milk products to various international markets, including Bahrain, Hong Kong, Singapore, Oman, Qatar, and the UAE.
Locations Raided and Key Findings
The ED carried out searches at nine locations, including Bhopal, Sehore, and Morena, on Wednesday. The raids targeted premises allegedly linked to directors Kishan Modi, Rajendra Prasad Modi, and others associated with the company. Investigators uncovered 63 forged lab reports used in the fraudulent export operations.
Company Background and Ongoing Investigation
Established in 2013 in Bhopal, Jayshri Gayatri Food Products Pvt Ltd is a well-known manufacturer and exporter of dairy products under the brand name 'Milk Magic.' The company produces a variety of products, including packed milk, ghee, khoya, butter, and margarine, with a strong presence in both domestic and international markets. Authorities are reviewing financial records and documents to determine the full scale of the alleged violations. More details and official statements are expected as the investigation continues.