Patanjali Foods Receives Notice on Product Claims

Patanjali Foods Limited has received a communication from the Joint Commissioner (Drugs), Food & Drug Administration, Maharashtra, regarding promotional and labelling claims for its 'Patanjali Karela Jamun Juice'. The authority cited the Drugs and Magic Remedies (Objectionable Advertisements) Act, 1954, suggesting that certain claims may fall under prohibited disease categories. The company has been asked to respond within 15 days and may need to recall the product, discontinue its sale, or modify promotional materials. Patanjali Foods is reviewing the notice with legal advisors and does not currently anticipate a material financial impact.