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Crime
Arunachal Police Probe Alleged Chemical Use to Ripen Bananas in Naharlagun
✍️ India Today NE
🗓 10 Sep 2026, 07:48 PM
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Arunachal Pradesh police have opened a probe into claims that chemicals were used to accelerate banana ripening in Naharlagun.
Arunachal Pradesh police have launched an investigation after reports surfaced that chemicals were allegedly used to speed up the ripening of bananas in Naharlagun.
The allegations suggest that certain substances were applied to the fruit to achieve faster maturity, a practice that could raise safety and regulatory concerns.
Details of the investigation are still emerging, and the police have not released the names of the individuals or companies involved.
Authorities have stated that the probe is ongoing and will be conducted in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.
The allegations suggest that certain substances were applied to the fruit to achieve faster maturity, a practice that could raise safety and regulatory concerns.
Details of the investigation are still emerging, and the police have not released the names of the individuals or companies involved.
Authorities have stated that the probe is ongoing and will be conducted in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.