Hapur Raid: 1,750 Kg Besan Seized From Sai Nath Foods

The Food Safety Department has seized approximately 1,750 kilograms of besan during a surprise inspection at Sai Nath Foods in Hapur. The seized besan has an estimated value of around Rs 1.25 lakh. Samples of besan, namkeen and turmeric powder have also been sent to a laboratory for testing.

The action was carried out ahead of the upcoming Diwali festival as part of the department’s campaign to ensure that people receive pure and safe food products. The department has intensified its drive against adulteration under the campaign “Shuddh Hi Shubh Hai”.

On Tuesday, 3 November 2026, a Food Department team conducted a surprise raid at Sai Nath Foods, located on MG Road in the Dhaulana Industrial Area. The team inspected the establishment and checked the quality of the food products available there.

During the inspection, the team collected one sample each of besan, namkeen and turmeric powder. A total of three samples were collected and sent to a laboratory for examination.

The department took further action after violations of the prescribed rules were found in the besan. The team seized approximately 1,750 kilograms of the product during the raid. Officials put the estimated value of the seized stock at around Rs 1 lakh 25 thousand.

The action caused concern among food traders. Department officials said that the campaign would continue during the Diwali festival to effectively control adulteration and ensure the availability of safe food products for consumers.

Officials also said that if irregularities or adulteration are found in food products, strict action will be taken against the concerned traders as per the rules.

The team reached the premises under the orders of the Commissioner, Food Safety and Drug Administration. The inspection was led by Assistant Commissioner Food II Chandrashekhar Mitra.

Chief Food Safety Officer Pankaj Kumar, Food Safety Officer Mohit Kumar, Sehrish Sadat and Vipin Kumar were also present during the action, along with other members of the departmental team.

The Food Department said its message was clear: those who mix “the poison of adulteration” into the happiness of the festival will not be spared.