Balangir, Aug 30: The police today took a man into custody under suspicion of vending counterfeit renditions of renowned apparel brands.
These clothes were affixed with labels from various well-known brands. The incident surfaced subsequent to community members registering a formal grievance with the police.
Prompted by the complaint, authorities executed search operations at a garment shop. Upon investigation, it was ascertained that the individual had been marketing inexpensive knock-off clothing items embellished with counterfeit brand tags.
The arrested individual is now in custody and is slated for legal proceedings.
Officials have indicated that appropriate measures will be pursued under the relevant legal provisions against the accused person.