One lakh spurious zinc, 42,000 fake antibiotic tablets seized as Delhi Police busts fake pharma unit in Bihar, second in a week

Officers from the local Drug department were also called to inspect the premises. The factory was found to be operating in clear violation of drug regulations. “During the raid, our team seized 1,19,800 spurious zinc tablets, 42,480 fake Azithromycin tablets, 27 kg of paracetamol, 444 spurious Dilona Aqua ampules, and heavy machinery used for large-scale production,” Yadav said.

Investigators said that the accused allegedly processed illegally smuggled tramadol powder—over 5 kilograms valued at more than Rs 5 crore in the international market—to manufacture tablets that were allegedly diverted through bogus medical fronts and illegal suppliers. These tablets were reportedly sold at inflated prices and sometimes used as substitutes for heroin. Tramadol tablets are also used to treat chronic pain.

Officers said the network was allegedly involved in procuring raw materials, processing opioids, and distributing counterfeit medicines across multiple states through organised channels. The sustained operation involved coordinated interstate raids, technical surveillance, and multiple arrests.

Arun’s arrest, according to the police, is the ninth so far with two fake factories dismantled, adding that the crackdown has dealt a major blow to a structured criminal enterprise endangering public health.

Officers reiterated a zero-tolerance stance, stating that those playing with public health will face strict legal consequences as part of ongoing efforts toward a drug-free Delhi.