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Gujarat Authorities Raid Medical Stores for Illegal Sale of Intoxicants

1 report, 1 independent Updated Oct 8
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The Special Operations Group and the Food and Drugs Department conducted raids in Surat, Gujarat, on October 8, 2026. The operation targeted two medical stores in the Salabatpura-Mandarwaja area for allegedly selling medicines used for intoxication without a doctor's prescription. Authorities seized 18,316 tablets and three bottles of codeine syrup, valued at Rs 2.75 lakh.

From prokerala.com

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The action was taken following instructions from the Surat Police Commissioner to identify medical stores violating regulations by selling intoxicating syrups and tablets without prescriptions. This enforcement action relates to the regulatory compliance and controlled supply chain of pharmaceuticals in the region.

From prokerala.com

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  • SuratCity where the raids took place
  • GujaratState where the raids took place

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