The Ghee Scam involves the illegal adulteration and sale of substandard or counterfeit ghee, posing significant health risks to consumers. Investigations expose...
The Ghee Scam refers to illicit activities where unscrupulous producers adulterate pure ghee with cheaper, often harmful substances like vegetable oils, animal fats, or chemicals, then sell it as authentic, premium ghee to defraud consumers.
Adulterated ghee can contain harmful chemicals, non-food grade oils, or unhealthy fats that pose serious health risks, including digestive issues, allergic reactions, and long-term health complications due to unknown contaminants.
Consumers can look for clear packaging, FSSAI certification, and check for a granular texture. Simple home tests like the heating test (pure ghee melts uniformly) or the palm test (pure ghee melts quickly on the palm) can also help detect common adulterants.
Regulatory bodies are conducting raids, seizing adulterated products, implementing stricter quality control checks, enhancing surveillance on manufacturers, and prosecuting individuals involved to curb the fraud and ensure food safety.