Kolkata: West Bengal Police, in coordination with Godrej Consumer Products Ltd (GCPL)—the maker of Goodknight, one of India’s leading household insecticide brands—conducted multiple raids across Kolkata and South 24 Parganas to curb the sale and distribution of counterfeit Goodknight LV products.
The raids, supported by GCPL’s investigation agency, were carried out following actionable intelligence regarding the circulation of fake mosquito repellent products in the region. Authorities described the operation as a significant step toward protecting consumers from potentially harmful counterfeit goods.
Major Seizures Across Locations
In Kolkata, a raid was conducted at S. Nawaz Stores, located at 7, R.G. Kar Road, Shyambazar. Police recovered a substantial quantity of counterfeit Godrej Goodknight Flash LV twin refills, including:
- 7 carton boxes containing 120 boxes each (1,680 pieces)
- 1 carton box containing 11 boxes (22 pieces)
In South 24 Parganas, raids were carried out at:
- Sreehari Bhandar, KM Roychowdhury Road, Rajpur Bazar, Sonarpur
- Sarada Bhandar, Sonarpur Gorkhara Bazar
The seized counterfeit items included:
- 10 packs of New Goodknight Flash LV (two refills each)
- 20 pieces of New Goodknight 45 ml refills
- 20 Goodknight LV combo packs (one machine + one refill)
- 39 Goodknight LV 45 ml refills
Officials indicated that the volume and packaging style suggest a well-organized network involved in manufacturing and distributing fake products.
Legal Action Initiated
FIRs (First Information Reports) have been registered against the accused under relevant sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) Act and the Copyright Act, 1957. Authorities are now tracking supply chains and distribution links to prevent further circulation of counterfeit goods in West Bengal and neighboring states.
This action sends a strong warning to those engaged in the trade of counterfeit products and reinforces the commitment of law enforcement agencies to safeguard consumer interests.
Company Statement
Commenting on the issue, Ashwin Moorthy, CMO, Godrej Consumer Products Ltd, said:
“The spread of counterfeit products across the country is a major concern for the FMCG industry. Counterfeit or look-alike products are not only illegal but also harmful and hazardous to human health. GCPL invests significantly in innovation and quality to serve consumers better, and Goodknight is one such trusted brand. Our collaboration with West Bengal Police aims to deter retailers, manufacturers, and distributors involved in duplicate Goodknight products in the state.”
⚠️ Public Awareness & Consumer Advisory
Authorities and the company have urged consumers to remain vigilant and take the following precautions:
- ✅ Always purchase Goodknight products from authorized retailers
- ✅ Insist on a genuine sales invoice
- ✅ Check packaging quality, labeling, and MRP details carefully
- ✅ Avoid unusually low-priced products
If consumers suspect counterfeit Goodknight products or identify any wholesaler/retailer dealing in duplicates, they are encouraged to report the matter immediately to GCPL:
📧 Email: [email protected]
📞 Toll-Free Number: 1800-266-0007
Counterfeit mosquito repellent products may pose health risks and compromise safety standards. Public cooperation is crucial in eliminating such illegal activities and protecting community health.
