Jaipur, Nov.03,2025:In a bold move, the ministerial team arrived around 11:15 PM on Sunday at the factory of Dauji Milk Food Pvt Ltd. located in Mahwa, Dausa district, along the border with Bharatpur. The action continued till approximately 2:30 AM.
During the raid, the team discovered evidence that the facility had been processing large quantities of raw milk—purportedly brought from Uttar Pradesh and Bihar—mixed with chemicals, and producing ghee and butter with misleading branding of established companies.
Thousands of litres of suspect milk were ordered destroyed on-the-spot by the minister himself, who declared the operation “a direct assault on public health and human dignity”-
Key Discoveries at the Factory
Huge volumes of raw milk destroyed
According to local reports, around 25,000 litres of milk were ordered destroyed at the site upon discovery of adulteration.
Chemical drums & suspicious storage
Large drums filled with chemicals were found hidden under heaps of fodder (“तूड़ी”), emitting strong odours. These were suspected to be used for adulteration of milk products.
Branded packaging & counterfeit logos
Empty wrappers of major dairy brands (including reports of “Amul” and 17 other brands) were seized from the facility, indicating counterfeit packing of ghee/butter.
Manufacturing beyond permissible norms
The inspection uncovered that the factory was producing ghee, butter and milk powder under non-standards conditions, with unlicensed operations and likely licensing irregularities.
Health department sampling initiated
The District Chief Medical & Health Officer (CMHO) of Dausa, Dr Sitaram Meena, confirmed that samples of all suspect products were sent to a laboratory for further investigation.
Why This Matters for Public Health
The implications of the Dairy Adulteration Raid extend far beyond mere enforcement-
- Consumer safety at risk: Milk and dairy fats are highly consumed products; adulteration can lead to digestive, metabolic and long-term toxic effects. When raw milk is mixed with chemicals (e.g., urea, soda, palm oil) the danger escalates. According to reports from this raid, even “पाम ऑयल” drums were recovered.
- Undermining trust in food systems: When trusted brand names are used in counterfeit packaging, public confidence collapses. The raid revealed use of major brands’ wrappers.
- Regulatory burden & cross-border supply chains: Milk being sourced from neighbouring states (Uttar Pradesh, Bihar) complicates traceability and oversight. This adds a trans-regional dimension.
- Precedent for future action: This raid sends a message: local enforcement can act even in night-time hours, signalling regulatory willpower. The minister’s involvement underscores high-level priority.
For broader context on dairy adulteration risks in India, one can refer to e-GOV portal and FSSAI reports on food fraud. For instance, the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has issued guidelines around processed milk safety.
Legal & Regulatory Implications
Enforcement under food safety laws
The factory has likely breached multiple provisions of the Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006, including: sale of adulterated food, unauthorised use of brand names, failure to maintain records, improper licensing.
Licensing and state-central oversight
Minister Meena declared that he would verify whether the factory’s license was issued by the state or the central government — this raises the issue of jurisdiction and inter-state regulatory coordination.
Deterrence and prosecution
Following sample testing, the authorities may initiate seizure, prosecution, cancellation of license and possible imprisonment. The minister’s strong public remark signals intent for stringent action.
Implications for supply chain and retail
Retailers selling these products could be implicated; consumers are urged to check for proper seals, bills and authenticity of packaging. The incident near Dausa has prompted advisories for vigilance.
Dairy Adulteration Raid
Laboratory reports & fallout
The key next step is processing of laboratory reports from the collected samples of milk, ghee/butter, packaging wrappers and chemicals. Depending on results, the factory will face formal charges.
Broader audit of region’s dairy units
This raid may trigger a wave of inspections in nearby districts, especially along Rajasthan-Uttar Pradesh border. Authorities may map similar processing units and verify compliance.
Consumer awareness campaign
Following the dairy adulteration raid, authorities are expected to launch a public awareness drive: guiding consumers to check labels, packaging, bulk seals, authorised retailers, and to report suspicious dairies.
Policy review & stricter regulation
The incident could prompt review of how interstate milk supplies are regulated, how processing units are licensed and monitored, and how brand-fraud is combated. The minister’s involvement suggests political will for reform.
Supply chain transparency
Efforts may focus on establishing traceability of milk from source to processing to retail; such oversight will reduce the risk of adulteration hubs operating under cover of night.
A Wake-up Call
The Dairy Adulteration Raid in Mahwa, Dausa, is not just a single enforcement event — it is a stark warning that fake food supply chains remain active, even in today’s regulatory climate.
By acting late into the night, minister Meena and his team showed that regulators can strike decisively. For consumers, the message is clear: verify, question and avoid taking food safety for granted. For the industry and regulators, the challenge remains to stay ahead of deception.
