Sunil Lohan
The Agriculture Department’s vigilance officials on Wednesday seized pesticides worth ₹3.12 lakh from Sri Ramachandra Pulverizer and Industries at Seegehalli in Bengaluru North taluk on October 13 for alleged violations,including selling products without a manufacturing licence.
The seizure was carried out under the guidance of the Additional Director and in the presence of vigilance officials from the Joint Director of Agriculture (JDA) and Deputy Director of Agriculture (DDA) offices.
The officials seized three types of pesticides — chlorpyrifos, malathion and bifenthrin — valued at ₹3,12,250.
The action was initiated following violations involving product labelling and the sale of pesticides without a valid manufacturing licence.
According to the seizure details, the violations attract provisions under Rules 16 and 19(1),Section 18 and Section 29(1)(b) of the Insecticides Act and Rules, as cited by the department.
The department’s action is part of its enforcement efforts to check irregularities in the manufacture and sale of pesticides and ensure compliance with licensing and labelling requirements.
Further details regarding the investigation and action against those responsible are awaited.
