Dodla Dairy Clarifies FSSAI Regulatory Matter at Batlagundu Plant

Dodla Dairy Ltd has issued a clarification regarding news items about an FSSAI regulatory matter concerning its Batlagundu plant. The company addressed an FSSAI social media post and media articles stating legal proceedings for prosecution. Dodla Dairy presented the factual position based on laboratory reports. A sample of "Full Cream Milk" drawn on January 9, 2026, was classified as "substandard" by the primary laboratory due to milk fat. However, adulterants like detergent were reported as absent. A referral laboratory later reported the sample as unsafe and substandard, citing the qualitative presence of detergent/caustic soda. The company highlighted significant divergences between the two laboratory reports and noted the referral analysis was conducted two months after the sample's best-before date. Dodla Dairy submitted a representation to FSSAI and has not yet received a formal order. The company emphasizes its commitment to quality and consumer safety, stating there is no financial or operational impact at this time.