Adulterated Frozen Dessert Sold as Rabri Kulfi Seized in Major Mumbai Food Safety Raid

Food safety authorities conducted a raid at KC Engineering Corporation, a factory located in the Charkop area, where investigators discovered that a frozen dessert prepared using palm oil and starch was being marketed and sold as Rabri Kulfi. Officials found that the product was being misrepresented to consumers despite not meeting the standards associated with the traditional dairy-based dessert.

The investigation further revealed serious violations of the Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006. According to authorities, misleading information regarding ingredients and product labeling had been provided on the packaging. During the operation, officials seized stocks of the alleged Rabri Kulfi as well as unlabeled cream found at the facility.

Food samples collected during the raid have been sent to a food analyst for detailed examination. Authorities stated that strict legal and administrative action has been initiated against those responsible for the violations.

The Mumbai action follows a similar food safety crackdown carried out in March at a manufacturing unit in the Mallapur area of Hyderabad, Telangana. During a surprise inspection, food safety officials uncovered serious hygiene violations at a facility producing kulfi, falooda, and almond milk beverages.

According to the Food Safety Department, almond milk beverages were being prepared under highly unhygienic conditions. Inspectors found food products left exposed to flies, raising concerns about contamination and consumer safety. To prevent the products from reaching the market, officials immediately discarded approximately 50 litres of prepared food items at the site.

The two incidents have once again highlighted growing concerns over food adulteration, misleading labeling practices, and hygiene standards in food manufacturing units. The enforcement actions underscore the commitment of food safety authorities to protecting public health and ensuring that consumers receive products that meet prescribed safety and quality standards.