Food Dept. Raids Banaras Bus Over Alleged Fake Mawa-Milk Cake

The Food Department conducted a raid on a Gautam Travels bus that had just arrived at the New Bus Stand on Sunday morning. Inspectors seized a large quantity of mava, milk cake, boondi and other confectionery items that were allegedly packed in the bus from Banaras. The operation was part of a broader crackdown on suspected adulterated food supplies ahead of the Diwali festival. Authorities have not yet released details on the source of the sweets or whether any charges will be filed. The raid underscores the department’s heightened vigilance over food safety in the lead-up to the holiday season.