- Illegal cosmetics sourced from Lahore, Pakistan, were seized by Maharashtra FDA in Pimpri-Chinchwad last year.
- State FDA Minister Narhari Jhirwal revealed the seizure during Monday’s assembly session.
- BJP MLA Bhimrao Tapkir expressed concerns about the health risks posed by unregulated beauty products in the market.
- Jhirwal assured that sellers of these illegal cosmetics would face consequences.
- Tapkir questioned the origins of seized cosmetics in Dhayari and Pimpri-Chinchwad.
- Minister Jhirwal stated that the Pimpri-Chinchwad stock was imported without proper licenses.
- Jhirwal mentioned that products from Karnataka and Telangana lacked necessary approvals and were banned.
- Tapkir raised concerns about the lack of information on FDA-approved cosmetic testing labs in Maharashtra.
- Minister Jhirwal assured action would be taken against illegal cosmetic sellers in Pimpri-Chinchwad.
- Consumers urged to be cautious when purchasing beauty products to ensure safety and proper testing.
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