Panaji: October 7, 2026
The Directorate of Food and Drugs Administration (FDA) has issued an advisory directing food business operators and the general public to immediately stop the sale, purchase and consumption of certain recalled substandard ghee products and unsafe cumin powder.
The recalled products of M/s. SDP Industries Pvt. Ltd, Survey No. 54/2, 54/2A and 54/2B, Village Dabhel, Daman include Shree Saras ghee (loose), Gokul cow ghee, Shree Saras cow ghee, Shraddha cow ghee and Shraddha Ghee covering all batches. The advisory also covers Everest Cumin Powder, pre-packed, Batch No. E080668761 product of M/s Everest Food Products Pvt. Ltd.
The action follows an order issued by the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) dated September 21 and October 1, 2026, concerning products found to be substandard and unsafe.
The FDA has directed wholesalers, distributors, retailers, departmental stores and online delivery platforms operating in Goa to immediately halt the sale of these products. Existing stocks must be removed from shelves, isolated and reported to the local Food Safety Officer.
The Directorate has advised consumers not to purchase or consume the listed products. Those who have recently purchased them have been advised to discontinue their use immediately. Strict legal action will be taken against persons found stocking or selling the recalled products.
