Palghar Police Book 2 For Posing As FDA Officers

The Palghar police have booked two men for allegedly posing as Food and Drug Administration (FDA) officials and attempting to extort a local country liquor shop operator.

The incident occurred on August 24, 2026, when the duo entered the country liquor establishment in Palghar, claiming to be inspecting official permits.

During the interaction, they took two cans of an energy drink and attempted to leave without paying. When the shop operator and an adjacent hotel owner grew suspicious and demanded to see their official government identification cards, the accused turned aggressive.

They manhandled and threatened both business owners. However, as local pressure mounted at the spot, the impostors eventually confessed that they were not affiliated with the FDA.

The accused have been identified as Kunal Bhoir and Udayesh Bhoir, both residents of Alonde village in Vikramgad taluka.

A complaint was filed by the victim, and the Palghar Police registered a case against both individuals. Further investigation into the matter is currently underway.

This incident highlights the issue of impostors posing as government officials to extort money from business owners. The Maharashtra FDA has previously warned against fake agents seeking money for food and drug licences.

The police are taking steps to prevent such incidents and ensure the safety of business owners in the area.

The case is a reminder for business owners to be vigilant and verify the identities of individuals claiming to be government officials.

The investigation is ongoing, and the police are working to prevent similar incidents in the future.

The incident has raised concerns about the safety of business owners in Palghar and the need for increased vigilance against impostors.

The police are urging business owners to report any suspicious activity and to verify the identities of individuals claiming to be government officials.

In recent times, there have been several cases of impostors posing as government officials to extort money from business owners.

The authorities are taking steps to prevent such incidents and ensure the safety of business owners in the area.

The case is a reminder of the importance of verifying the identities of individuals claiming to be government officials and being vigilant against impostors.