The Delhi Police Crime Branch has busted a highly organised racket manufacturing fake ENO antacid sachets and counterfeit Nescafé coffee packets. The raid, carried out in Madhu Vihar, led to the arrest of four accused and the seizure of over 1.5 lakh fake sachets.
Officials said the operation was conducted by the Cyber Cell and Special Staff (SR), exposing two illegal manufacturing units that were producing and packaging fake branded consumables for local distribution.
Over 1 lakh fake ENO, 50,000 counterfeit coffee sachets seized
According to police, more than one lakh fake ENO antacid sachets and over 50,000 counterfeit Nescafé sachets were recovered during the raid. Authorities also seized filling machines, raw materials, and large quantities of packaging material designed to closely mimic original branded products.
Sharing details on X, Delhi Police said: “Fake ENO & counterfeit Nescafé factory busted in Delhi. Cyber Cell & SR, Crime Branch uncovered a highly organised racket in Madhu Vihar. Accused arrested, illegal units raided, and huge quantities of fake products seized.”
The scale of the recovery suggests that the operation was not small-scale but part of a wider supply chain targeting local markets.
Investigators believe the accused were manufacturing and packaging counterfeit food and healthcare products using machinery that allowed them to replicate well-known brands with alarming accuracy.
The seized equipment included:
Health concerns rise over counterfeit food products
The seizure has raised serious concerns about consumer safety, especially as both ENO and Nescafé are widely used daily products. Fake food and healthcare items can pose significant health risks due to unknown or unsafe ingredients.
Authorities have urged consumers to stay alert, check packaging carefully, and purchase products only from trusted retailers.
Social media reacts to Delhi fake food bust
The crackdown sparked reactions online, with many users expressing concern over the growing prevalence of counterfeit goods.
One user wrote on X, “It’s not just fake ENO. From paneer to packaged food, even medicines, everything feels questionable now.”
Another added, “Good action by Delhi Police. Fake food and medicine can seriously harm people.”
Operation led by Crime Branch officials
Police said the operation was led by Inspector Manjeet Kumar and Inspector Pradeep Singh under the supervision of ACP Swagat Patil Rajkumar, with overall supervision by DCP Rahool Alwal.
“Two illegal units were raided, four accused arrested, and large quantities of counterfeit goods and machinery seized,” police confirmed.
Delhi Police warns consumers to stay vigilant
With counterfeit food products becoming a growing concern in urban markets, officials have emphasised the need for vigilance among consumers.
This latest Delhi Crime Branch action highlights the scale of fake branded goods operations and the potential risks they pose, reinforcing the need for stricter enforcement and public awareness.
Further investigation into the supply chain and distribution network is currently underway.
Inputs from agencies
Officials said the operation was conducted by the Cyber Cell and Special Staff (SR), exposing two illegal manufacturing units that were producing and packaging fake branded consumables for local distribution.
Over 1 lakh fake ENO, 50,000 counterfeit coffee sachets seized
According to police, more than one lakh fake ENO antacid sachets and over 50,000 counterfeit Nescafé sachets were recovered during the raid. Authorities also seized filling machines, raw materials, and large quantities of packaging material designed to closely mimic original branded products.Sharing details on X, Delhi Police said: “Fake ENO & counterfeit Nescafé factory busted in Delhi. Cyber Cell & SR, Crime Branch uncovered a highly organised racket in Madhu Vihar. Accused arrested, illegal units raided, and huge quantities of fake products seized.”
The scale of the recovery suggests that the operation was not small-scale but part of a wider supply chain targeting local markets.
How the fake product racket operated
Investigators believe the accused were manufacturing and packaging counterfeit food and healthcare products using machinery that allowed them to replicate well-known brands with alarming accuracy.The seized equipment included:
- industrial filling machines
- packaging tools
- raw materials used in fake consumables
Health concerns rise over counterfeit food products
The seizure has raised serious concerns about consumer safety, especially as both ENO and Nescafé are widely used daily products. Fake food and healthcare items can pose significant health risks due to unknown or unsafe ingredients.Authorities have urged consumers to stay alert, check packaging carefully, and purchase products only from trusted retailers.
Social media reacts to Delhi fake food bust
The crackdown sparked reactions online, with many users expressing concern over the growing prevalence of counterfeit goods.One user wrote on X, “It’s not just fake ENO. From paneer to packaged food, even medicines, everything feels questionable now.”
Another added, “Good action by Delhi Police. Fake food and medicine can seriously harm people.”
Operation led by Crime Branch officials
Police said the operation was led by Inspector Manjeet Kumar and Inspector Pradeep Singh under the supervision of ACP Swagat Patil Rajkumar, with overall supervision by DCP Rahool Alwal.“Two illegal units were raided, four accused arrested, and large quantities of counterfeit goods and machinery seized,” police confirmed.
Delhi Police warns consumers to stay vigilant
With counterfeit food products becoming a growing concern in urban markets, officials have emphasised the need for vigilance among consumers.This latest Delhi Crime Branch action highlights the scale of fake branded goods operations and the potential risks they pose, reinforcing the need for stricter enforcement and public awareness.
Further investigation into the supply chain and distribution network is currently underway.
Inputs from agencies
