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Delhi Severs 6,700 kg of Foul‑Smelling Khoya, CM Warns Adulterators
✍️ India Today
🗓 04 Nov 2026, 02:37 AM
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Delhi authorities destroyed 6,700 kg of khoya found to be foul smelling, and Chief Minister Rekha Gupta issued a stern warning to those involved in food adulteration.
Delhi’s food safety department announced the destruction of 6,700 kilograms of khoya that had been found to emit a foul odor during routine inspections. The dairy product, commonly used in sweets and desserts, was deemed unsafe for consumption and was disposed of to prevent potential health risks.
Chief Minister Rekha Gupta took to the podium to address the incident, warning that any individual or business found to be adulterating food products would face strict legal action. She emphasized the government’s commitment to maintaining high standards of food safety across the city.
The destruction was carried out at a municipal facility equipped for the disposal of contaminated food items. Officials confirmed that the khoya had been stored in conditions that led to spoilage, prompting the immediate response.
The incident underscores Delhi’s ongoing efforts to curb food adulteration and protect consumers from substandard products. Authorities have urged vendors to adhere to hygiene protocols and to report any irregularities promptly.
No casualties or health complaints have been reported in connection with the contaminated khoya, and the city’s health department remains on alert for any related cases.
Chief Minister Rekha Gupta took to the podium to address the incident, warning that any individual or business found to be adulterating food products would face strict legal action. She emphasized the government’s commitment to maintaining high standards of food safety across the city.
The destruction was carried out at a municipal facility equipped for the disposal of contaminated food items. Officials confirmed that the khoya had been stored in conditions that led to spoilage, prompting the immediate response.
The incident underscores Delhi’s ongoing efforts to curb food adulteration and protect consumers from substandard products. Authorities have urged vendors to adhere to hygiene protocols and to report any irregularities promptly.
No casualties or health complaints have been reported in connection with the contaminated khoya, and the city’s health department remains on alert for any related cases.