Archive · 16 Jan 2026
Rajasthan Seizes 1,600 Kg Unsafe Pickle, 200 Kg Ghee, Jaggery
In Rajasthan, the Food Safety Department found that some pickles, ghee, and jaggery were not safe to eat.
They took away and destroyed over 1,600 kg of pickle, 200 kg of ghee, and 200 kg of jaggery.
This was part of a big check to make sure food is safe for people to eat.
Pickles are very common in Indian food, but sometimes they can be made with bad ingredients or methods.
The department shared a video on Instagram showing the pickles being thrown away.
It's important to check the ingredients and how pickles are made to keep them safe and tasty.
Over 1,600 kg of unsafe pickle, 200 kg of ghee, and 200 kg of jaggery seized and destroyed in Alwar, Rajasthan.
Action taken by the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) as part of a nationwide food safety drive.
Video of the seizure and destruction shared on Instagram by FSSAI on January 15.
Pickles are a staple in Indian kitchens but can pose health risks if not made with safe ingredients and methods.
Tips provided for buying good-quality pickles, including checking for authentic ingredients, labels, preparation methods, and packaging.
- Who
- Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI)
- What
- Seizure and destruction of unsafe pickle, ghee, and jaggery
- When
- January 15 (video shared)
- Where
- Alwar, Rajasthan
- Why
- Items found unfit for consumption
- Location
- Alwar, Rajasthan
- Items Seized
- 1,600 kg pickle, 200 kg ghee, 200 kg jaggery
- Action Taken
- Seized and destroyed
- Date of Action
- January 15 (video shared)
- Authority Involved
- Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI)
- Health Risks
- Substandard products can pose serious health risks
