Kohima, April 15: Kohima Police have seized a large quantity of suspected counterfeit cosmetic and beauty products from several shops in Kohima and arrested five persons in connection with the case, officials said on Wednesday.
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| Suspected counterfeit Lakmé cosmetic products seized by Kohima Police during checks at multiple shops in Kohima as part of a crackdown on fake beauty items. |
According to the police, the operation was carried out after receiving credible inputs about the sale of fake cosmetic products in the town. Acting on the information, police conducted checks at five shops located around Razhü Point and the Y-Junction area, where a large number of products falsely marketed under reputed brand names, including Lakmé, were seized.
A case has been registered at North Police Station under Case No. 0011/2026 under Section 318(4) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, read with Section 63 of the Copyright Act, 1957.
Police said the five accused have been arrested and are currently in judicial custody, while further investigation into the case is underway.
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Officials noted that the sale of counterfeit cosmetics not only violates the rights of legitimate companies but also poses potential health risks to consumers. Kohima Police urged citizens to purchase cosmetic products only from authorised sellers and verify product authenticity before use.
The police also advised the public to report any suspicious products to the nearest police station, reiterating their commitment to ensuring public safety and taking strict action against illegal activities.
