Bengaluru Cops Bust Fake 'Nandini' Ghee Racket

Bengaluru police have dismantled a significant operation involved in the production and distribution of adulterated ghee, falsely branded as 'Nandini'. A couple, identified as Shivakumar and Ramya, are reportedly key figures behind this extensive racket. They allegedly operated a manufacturing unit using advanced industrial equipment to produce counterfeit ghee on a large scale.

The fraudulent ghee was reportedly manufactured in Tamil Nadu and then packaged in fake 'Nandini' sachets and bottles. This counterfeit product was subsequently supplied to individuals in Bengaluru who held official KMF licenses. From there, it was distributed to wholesale and retail outlets, and even 'Nandini' parlors, deceiving consumers into believing it was authentic.

In a major crackdown, police seized 8,136 liters of adulterated ghee, along with coconut and palm oil, ₹1.19 lakh in cash, four transport vehicles, and manufacturing machinery. The total value of the seized property is estimated at ₹1.27 crore. As of November 15, four individuals have been arrested in connection with this widespread counterfeit operation.