Fake Medicines Factory Busted in Ghaziabad, ₹2.3 Crore Worth of Counterfeit Drugs Seized

According to officials, the operation led to the arrest of two men identified as Gaurav Bhagat and Shriram, also known as Vishal Gupta. Investigators revealed that the facility was producing spurious pharmaceutical products, including skin-treatment creams marketed under popular brand names such as Betnovate, which are commonly prescribed for dermatological conditions.

During the raid, law enforcement teams seized counterfeit medicines and related materials estimated to be worth approximately ₹2.30 crore. The scale of the seizure has raised serious concerns about public health risks, as such fake products often enter regular supply chains and are sold to unsuspecting consumers.

Preliminary findings indicate that the operation was not confined to Ghaziabad alone. Officials believe the counterfeit drugs were being distributed across multiple states in North India, pointing to a wider supply network that may involve additional individuals and distribution points.

Authorities have confirmed that further investigation is underway to trace the full extent of the racket, identify other collaborators, and determine how long the illegal manufacturing unit had been in operation. Legal proceedings against the arrested accused are expected to follow as evidence is consolidated.

The bust highlights the growing challenge posed by counterfeit medicines in India and underscores the need for sustained enforcement and inter-agency coordination to protect public health and uphold the integrity of the pharmaceutical supply chain.