Police have seized hazardous chemicals worth ₹10 crore from 30 godowns in the Purna area of Bhiwandi town, Maharashtra. The chemicals were illegally stored on the premises, violating multiple safety norms, according to an official.

As per PTI, the raid was conducted on Wednesday evening, uncovering a large stock of chemicals belonging to various brands. These chemicals were stored improperly, without adhering to prescribed safety measures or obtaining necessary permits. A case has been registered against the godown owner, identified as Bajirao Chikne, under relevant sections of the Bharatiya Nyay Sanhita, the Environmental Protection Act, the Manufacture, Storage and Import of Hazardous Chemicals Rules, and the Petrochemical Acts, the official said.