Independent Report
Quetta, February 19 – The Balochistan Food Authority (BFA) has conducted a major crackdown in Quetta targeting the sale of fake beverages, seizing substantial quantities of counterfeit soft drinks and fruit juices. The raids, based on intelligence reports, focused on Bareech Market, Satellite Town, and Old Fruit Market, uncovering a sophisticated network and tracing its supply chain.
Preliminary investigations indicate that the counterfeit products were transported from Peshawar to Quetta via a bilty system. These fake beverages, branded under well-known company names, were intended for widespread distribution across Quetta and surrounding areas.
In addition to seizures, 26 food and production units across Quetta and neighboring districts were fined for violations including poor hygiene, use of substandard ingredients, and labeling infractions. Legal action is ongoing, and the investigation has been expanded to target the central sources of the counterfeit supply.
Director General BFA, Habibullah Khan, emphasized that public health remains the authority’s top priority. He pledged continued strict and impartial enforcement, noting intensified monitoring of food production and distribution during Ramadan. BFA inspection teams will remain active to ensure the availability of safe and quality food for citizens.
The DG urged the public to purchase authentic branded products, retain receipts, and immediately report any suspicious or counterfeit items to the Balochistan Food Authority to safeguard community health.
