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Crime
Amritsar Authorities Form Eight Teams to Crack Down on Counterfeiting
✍️ Amar Ujala · Amritsar
🗓 05 Oct 2026, 06:01 PM
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Amritsar police have established eight specialized teams to investigate counterfeiting activities across the city.
Amritsar police have set up eight dedicated teams to tackle the rising problem of counterfeit goods in the city. The teams will focus on identifying and dismantling illegal manufacturing units, tracking distribution networks, and seizing forged products.
The move comes after a spike in complaints from local businesses and consumers about fake items being sold in markets and online platforms. Each team will be led by a senior officer and will coordinate with the district crime branch and the Punjab State Police.
Officials say the initiative aims to reduce the circulation of counterfeit goods by 30% within the next year. The teams will also conduct public awareness drives to educate shoppers about the risks of buying unverified products.
The police have urged anyone who suspects involvement in counterfeiting to report the matter immediately. The city administration has pledged full support and resources to ensure the teams can operate effectively.
The crackdown is part of a broader effort to protect consumer rights and maintain market integrity in Punjab.
The move comes after a spike in complaints from local businesses and consumers about fake items being sold in markets and online platforms. Each team will be led by a senior officer and will coordinate with the district crime branch and the Punjab State Police.
Officials say the initiative aims to reduce the circulation of counterfeit goods by 30% within the next year. The teams will also conduct public awareness drives to educate shoppers about the risks of buying unverified products.
The police have urged anyone who suspects involvement in counterfeiting to report the matter immediately. The city administration has pledged full support and resources to ensure the teams can operate effectively.
The crackdown is part of a broader effort to protect consumer rights and maintain market integrity in Punjab.