Archive · 2 Feb 2026
Fake Cumin Scandal: Cement-Coated Fennel Seized in Gwalior
In Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh, three businessmen were caught selling fake cumin.
They took fennel seeds and coated them with cement, chemicals, color, and artificial fragrance to make them look like real cumin.
They sold this fake cumin at a lower price using a popular brand name, Shivpujari.
The police seized 46 sacks of this fake cumin worth over Rs 3.25 lakh.
The real cumin sells for Rs 250-450 per kg, but the fake one was sold for Rs 150-180 per kg.
The brand owner complained, and the police are investigating.
Health experts say eating this fake cumin can be very bad for your health.
Three businessmen in Gwalior were caught selling adulterated cumin made from fennel seeds coated with cement and chemicals.
The fake cumin was sold under the popular Shivpujari brand name at a lower price than genuine cumin.
46 sacks of adulterated cumin worth over Rs 3.25 lakh were seized from a transport company in Bahodapur.
The consignment was intended to be shipped to Jhansi and was intercepted by police with the help of traders and brand representatives.
Health experts warn that consuming such adulterated spices can pose serious health risks, including affecting digestion, liver function, and immunity.
- Who
- Three businessmen: Hitesh Singhal, Manoj, Titu Agarwal
- What
- Manufacturing and selling adulterated cumin made from fennel seeds coated with cement and chemicals
- When
- Recent (specific date not mentioned)
- Where
- Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh
- Why
- To sell low-quality, hazardous cumin at a lower price under a popular brand name
- Location
- Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh
- Adulterated Product
- Fennel seeds coated with cement, chemicals, color, and artificial fragrance
- Seized Quantity
- 46 sacks
- Estimated Value
- Rs 3.25 lakh
- Accused Individuals
- Hitesh Singhal, Manoj, Titu Agarwal
- Brand Name
- Shivpujari
- Destination
- Jhansi
- Price Difference
- Fake: Rs 150-180 per kg, Genuine: Rs 250-450 per kg