Dr Mahotra expresses concern over Auramine-laced Chana
Published on: Nov. 27, 2025, 3:06 a.m. | Source: Daily Excelsior
Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Nov 26: Dr Pardeep Mahotra, media incharge of BJP Jammu & Kashmir today expressed grave concern over reports suggesting that auramine-adulterated chickpeas (chana) may have begun entering markets in the Jammu region. In a statement issued, Mahotra called the situation a potential public health emergency and urged authorities to initiate an urgent and comprehensive verification of market supplies. Highlighting the dangers of auramine, he said unscrupulous traders in some northern states have been found coating low-quality chickpeas […]
