An ITC team from Delhi, accompanied by local police, reportedly raided a factory and warehouse in the Nawabad police station area. Cigarettes, packaging material, tobacco and machinery were allegedly found, while the premises were reportedly sealed.
Raid Conducted in Nawabad Area
A raid was reportedly conducted at a factory and warehouse in the Nawabad police station area of Jhansi, Uttar Pradesh, following action by a team from ITC that arrived from Delhi with local police support.
According to preliminary information, the premises were allegedly being used to manufacture cigarettes bearing the names of Gold Flake and Wills. The exact nature of the operation and the people involved have not yet been officially established.
Cigarettes, Tobacco and Machinery Found
During the operation, officials reportedly found cigarettes associated with the two brand names, along with packaging materials, tobacco and machinery. The materials are suspected to be connected to the alleged unauthorised manufacture of branded cigarettes.
However, the complete inventory of the seized items and the circumstances under which they were being produced remain subject to official verification.
Goods Valued at ₹8-9 Crore
Preliminary estimates have placed the value of the goods at approximately ₹8–9 crore. The figure has not yet been officially confirmed, and the final valuation may depend on the quantity and nature of the materials recovered during the raid.
Factory Reportedly Sealed
The premises were reportedly sealed following the operation. Allegations have also emerged that attempts were made to keep media personnel away from the proceedings. These claims have not been independently verified.
Investigation and Official Confirmation Awaited
The investigation is expected to examine the factory’s operations, the use of the brand names and the possible supply network associated with the alleged activity.
Further details, including the confirmed value of the recovered goods, the identity of those responsible and any formal legal action, await an official statement from the authorities.