"We raided a shop and found numerous packets of saffron along with the packaging material. The owner, Sohanlal Jain, a native of Rajasthan and a resident of Ramnagar, Sabarmati, used to sell fake saffron under three brand names across the state," said KC Rathwa, sub-inspector of Madhavpura police station.
Forensic investigation report of the seized stock revealed that most of the stock consisted of thinly-cut betelnut which was coloured and soaked in fragrance to make it look authentic. Jain bought this in bulk and after processing it at his shop, sold it in the market.
"We are now looking into health hazards of this fake saffron and have intimated health department. The stock was packed in 5 gm and 10 gm packets. We are also investigating the distribution channel to prevent the stock from entering the market," said Rathwa.
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