SaralnamaFood safety officials raided sweet shops in Dhanbad on before Diwali. They found cancer-causing champak color in laddoos at Basant Mishthan Bhandar and Raja Namkeen. The tainted sweets were destroyed on the spot. Dr. Raja Kumar, Food Safety Inspector, warned shop owners of fines and legal action if violations continue. He urged people to check food quality before buying. To stay safe, make sweets at home or buy from trusted shops. (Updated 17 Oct 2025, 22:40 IST; source: link)
Key Points
- Food safety officials raided sweet shops in Dhanbad on 27 Oct 2023 before Diwali
- They found cancer-causing champak color in laddoos at Basant Mishthan Bhandar and Raja Namkeen
- The tainted sweets were destroyed on the spot