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SIT Probe Reveals Fake Pharma Racket Using Pfizer Labels in Karnataka

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A Special Investigation Team (SIT) probe in Karnataka revealed a fake pharmaceutical racket. The alleged mastermind, R Prashanth Ranjan Babu, was accused of using original Pfizer labels to package counterfeit medicines. The investigation traced the labels to Türkiye, where Prashanth reportedly traveled multiple times to procure them. The SIT noted that the drug material itself was procured from various locations within India.

From hindustantimes.com

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The operation involved the illegal use of genuine Pfizer labels to market cheaper, non-genuine products. This activity represents a significant fraud within the pharmaceutical supply chain, impacting product authenticity and consumer safety.

The SIT conducted raids and interrogated Prashanth in Bengaluru on October 6, 2026.

From hindustantimes.com

Who's involved

  • PrashanthAlleged mastermind of the fake pharmaceutical racket.
  • PfizerCompany whose labels were allegedly used to package counterfeit products.
  • KarnatakaIndian state where the counterfeit drug racket operated.

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