The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) unit in Pune has seized 16 tonnes of jaggery, 20 tonnes of sugar intended for adulteration, and 68 kg of fried green peas treated with artificial colours during a series of raids across the region.
FDA officials said sugar is classified as an adulterant in jaggery because it misleads consumers, particularly diabetics who opt for jaggery as a healthier alternative. The total value of the seized jaggery and sugar has been estimated at Rs 17.79 lakh.
