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Date: Thursday, January 9th, 2025
Location: Bhiwandi, Maharashtra
Major Seizure of Counterfeit VEET Products in Bhiwandi
In a significant crackdown on counterfeit consumer goods, enforcement authorities in Bhiwandi seized a large quantity of fake VEET products being illegally sold in the Bhaji Market area of Shanti Nagar. The raid was executed on Thursday, January 9th, 2025, following a formal complaint filed by the IPINDS Team, which works to protect intellectual property rights in India.
ЁЯСо Enforcement Action
The operation was carried out by officials from the Shanti Nagar Police Station under the leadership of Senior Police Inspector Mr. Vinayak Daulatrao. The suspect, Saifee Abdul Gaffar Shah, was arrested at the scene.
A significant number of counterfeit units imitating the popular VEET brand, which is owned by M/S Reckitt Benckiser India, were discovered during the search. The fake products were found to be closely mimicking genuine packaging and branding, raising serious concerns about public health risks due to possible use of substandard or harmful ingredients.
ЁЯУЭ Legal Proceedings
An official case has been registered under FIR No. 0182/2025 at the Shanti Nagar Police Station. Legal action is being pursued under:
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Section 51 and Section 63 of the Copyright Act, 1957
Authorities are now investigating whether the suspect is part of a larger counterfeit distribution network, and further enforcement efforts are expected.
тЪая╕П Health and Safety Alert
The circulation of counterfeit personal care items such as VEET can pose serious health risks to consumers. Fake products often bypass safety and quality regulations, leading to skin damage, allergic reactions, or infections.
ЁЯЫбя╕П Consumer Advisory
тАЬFake products cost lessтАФuntil they cost your health.тАЭ
Consumers are strongly advised to:
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Buy only from official or trusted retail outlets
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Inspect packaging and labels for authenticity indicators
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Report suspicious goods to police or the brand’s support team
M/S Reckitt Benckiser (India) has praised the authorities for their swift intervention and reiterated the importance of consumer awareness in the ongoing battle against counterfeit goods.
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