Delhi Police Cracks Down on Counterfeit Operations in the Capital
In a significant crackdown on illicit trade, the Delhi Police have successfully dismantled two separate syndicates allegedly engaged in the sale of counterfeit products across the city. These operations have led to the arrest of multiple individuals and the seizure of goods valued at over Rs 1.6 crore, highlighting a growing concern over fake merchandise in urban markets.
Rohini Raid Uncovers Fake Mobile Phone Accessories
In the first case, police conducted raids in Rohini, resulting in the arrest of five people accused of selling counterfeit spare parts and accessories for high-end mobile phones. The operation was initiated after authorities received a tip-off on Friday regarding several shops in a mall located in Sector 3 that were allegedly peddling fake products.
DCP (Crime) Pankaj Kumar stated, "Raids were conducted in five shops where the owners failed to produce bills or authorisation from the mobile phone company for the sale of the products." During the searches, police confiscated a substantial quantity of items, including approximately 1,000 back panels, 180 back bodies, 228 mobile batteries, 48 cameras and charging flexes, 738 back covers, 14 adapters, and 109 cables.
The accused have been identified as Dinesh, Shivam Singhal, Shivam, Puneet, and Ramkaran Sharma. A case has been registered under relevant sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), underscoring the legal repercussions for such fraudulent activities.
Brahmpuri Operation Exposes Fake Protein Supplement Ring
In a parallel operation, police targeted a syndicate in northeast Delhi's Brahmpuri area, arresting two individuals involved in the manufacturing and supply of spurious protein supplements. The accused, Mohit Tiwari and Mohit Dixit, were found to be packaging these supplements to mimic products from reputed brands, posing serious health risks to consumers, including potential organ diseases.
Acting on a tip-off, authorities traced the duo to their operations. Tiwari reportedly received a commission of Rs 150 for each container sold. The investigation led police to their manufacturing units, where they seized nearly 100 kg of fake protein powder and 55 kg of raw materials, such as whey protein, cocoa powder, flavouring agents, and suspected maltodextrin.
Additionally, packaging materials, fake stickers of well-known brands, plastic jars, seals, two mixing machines, and weighing machines were discovered at the site. This bust highlights the sophisticated methods used by counterfeiters to deceive consumers and the urgent need for stricter enforcement.
These coordinated efforts by Delhi Police aim to curb the proliferation of counterfeit goods, protecting consumers from financial loss and health hazards while reinforcing the integrity of branded products in the market.
