PFA discards 800 litres of adulterated milk in Lahore

LAHORE, Mar 15 (APP): The Punjab Food Authority (PFA) discarded 800 litres of fake milk after busting an illegal milk manufacturing operation during a raid in Chak 46 on the outskirts of Lahore.

According to PFA spokesperson, the raid exposed a group allegedly involved in preparing counterfeit milk inside a haveli. Suspects Shakeel Ahmed and Jameel Ahmed were reportedly producing thousands of litres of fake milk while operating secretly.

During the operation, officials seized four bags of milk powder, 10 tins of ghee, a chiller, machinery, heaters, plastic drums, plungers and other equipment used in the illegal production process.

PFA Director General Muhammad Asim Javaid said laboratory tests confirmed that the milk sample was substandard. The fake milk was prepared by mixing milk powder, water, vegetable oil and chemicals. He warned that the ingredients used in such counterfeit milk were highly hazardous to human health.

The DG said a case had been registered against those involved in the illegal business, adding that the action was taken following a tip-off received by the authority. He further said the Punjab Food Authority was introducing an international-standard policy to ensure the supply of pure milk.

The DG added that on the directions of Chief Minister Punjab’s Special Assistant, Salma Butt, strict inspections of all food products were being carried out. He warned that businesses dealing in substandard food items in violation of food safety standards would be shut down, adding that no one was above the law and public health would remain the top priority. He emphasized that strict enforcement of food safety laws was essential to ensure a safe and healthy society.