Food is not just a basic necessity—it’s a sacred source of life and health. But in today’s India, this very source is being poisoned. Rampant food adulteration has become a silent yet serious threat to public health, economic stability, and even national security.
What Is Food Adulteration?
Food adulteration refers to the act of adding, substituting, or removing substances from food in a way that degrades its quality and safety. While traditionally associated with greed and negligence, today it is also being increasingly linked with intentional sabotage, including religiously and ideologically motivated actions like “food jihad”—where food becomes a weapon to target certain communities through contamination.
Alarming Trends and Dangerous Substances
- Chinese Chemicals in Milk: Hazardous substances like synthetic milk, detergent, urea, caustic soda, and even banned Chinese chemicals (such as melamine) are being used to increase quantity and artificial thickness in milk and milk products. These are known to damage kidneys, liver, and cause cancer and hormonal imbalance.
- Mineral Oils in Bakery Products: To enhance shine and shelf life, mineral oils—meant for machinery, not human consumption—are sprayed on bakery items. These oils contain harmful hydrocarbons that can damage the liver, digestive system, and even the brain over prolonged exposure.
Other Common Adulterants:
- Chili powder with brick powder or salt powder.
- Turmeric with lead chromate.
- Vegetables polished with malachite green, a known carcinogen.
- Fruits ripened with calcium carbide, causing severe gastric issues.
- Tea leaves colored with iron fillings or graphite powder.
- Ice cubes made with non-potable water.
- Soft drinks spiked with excessive phosphoric acid and caffeine.
Who Is Behind It?
While many adulterants are introduced by greedy traders aiming for higher profits, there is also increasing evidence of ideological extremism at play. Some radical elements use food adulteration as a jihadist tactic to harm unsuspecting communities. This dangerous intersection of greed and religious extremism is alarming and must be acknowledged boldly.
The Impact on Health and Society
- Rising cases of cancer, kidney failure, heart disease, and neurological disorders are directly linked to adulterated food.
- Children, pregnant women, and the elderly are especially vulnerable.
- It erodes public trust, weakens food security, and threatens communal harmony.
What Can We Do?
Awareness and Vigilance:
- Read labels carefully.
- Avoid overly shiny or perfect-looking produce.
- Do quick home tests for common adulterants (e.g., turmeric in water, milk in flame tests).
- Prefer Verified and Hindu Suppliers:
- Whenever possible, buy from known, verified Hindu traders and service providers. Supporting your community ensures safety, accountability, and security.
- Avoid Halal-certified products—not just for religious reasons, but also due to the lack of transparency and potential ideological biases and misuse of funds for terrorist and anti-national activities.
Legal Reforms:
- Make food adulteration a non-bailable offence.
- Impose harsh financial and physical punishments, including imprisonment and license revocation.
- Special surveillance on repeat offenders and possible links to jihadist or separatist networks.
Community Support & Reporting:
- Create local watch groups.
- Report suspicious or unhealthy food practices to authorities.
- Encourage spiritual and moral education about honesty in business and dharmic conduct.
The fight against food adulteration is not just about public health—it is about protecting our nation, our Dharma, and our future generations. Let us pledge to stay alert, educate others, support ethical and safe businesses, and demand stronger laws. Greed and extremism must not poison our plates.
🇮🇳Jai Bharat, Vandematram 🇮🇳
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