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Thiruvananthapuram, Nov 19 (PTI) Fake drugs worth over two lakh rupees were seized during simultaneous raids across various districts of Kerala led by the state Drugs Intelligence Wing.

Counterfeit versions of branded drugs were recovered from various districts including Thiruvananthapuram, Thrissur and Kozhikode, health department said on Wednesday.

Health Minister Veena George earlier directed officials to take strict action against those selling fake medicines.

Acting on her instructions, inspections led by the Drugs Controller uncovered counterfeit products of some major brands, the department said adding that the investigation is being expanded to other states.

Legal action has been initiated against two pharmas in Thrissur and Thiruvananthapuram after the

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