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Hyderabad illegal Oxytocin racket busted

Analysis based on 6 articles · First reported May 18, 2026 · Last updated May 19, 2026

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The illegal trade of Oxytocin>>> injections impacts the dairy industry by introducing unethical practices and potential health risks to consumers. This event could lead to increased scrutiny and regulation in the dairy and veterinary pharmaceutical sectors, potentially affecting companies involved in legitimate drug distribution and dairy production.

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An illegal oxytocin racket was busted in India — Hyderabad>>>, India, leading to the arrest of Attheni Krishna>>>, a dairy farm operator. Attheni Krishna>>> was allegedly procuring restricted Oxytocin>>> injections from Khaled Ali>>> in India — Gujarat>>> for ₹50 per bottle and illegally selling them to local dairy farmers, including Suresh>>>, for ₹250-₹300 per bottle. These injections were used to force buffaloes to produce more milk, posing severe health risks to both animals and humans who consume the contaminated milk. The India — Commissioner s Task Force, Shamshabad Zone Team>>> and India — Pahadishareef Police>>> apprehended Attheni Krishna>>> and seized 173 bottles of Oxytocin>>> injections valued at ₹50,000. Efforts are ongoing to apprehend the absconding main supplier, Khaled Ali>>>, and regular customer, Suresh>>>. Officials warned about the health consequences, including early puberty, hormonal imbalances, and risks for pregnant women, from consuming milk with Oxytocin>>> residue.

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Oxytocin>>> is the restricted drug being illegally procured and sold, causing health risks to animals and humans. Its misuse is central to this event.
Importance 100.0 Sentiment -30.0
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Attheni Krishna>>> was arrested for illegally procuring and selling restricted oxytocin injections, operating a dairy farm and cattle feed shop as a front for his illicit activities. This event negatively impacts his reputation and legal standing.
Importance 90.0 Sentiment -80.0
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Khaled Ali>>> is the main supplier of illegal oxytocin injections from India — Gujarat>>> to Attheni Krishna>>> and other buyers in India — Hyderabad>>>. He is currently absconding, facing legal repercussions.
Importance 80.0 Sentiment -70.0
govactor
The India — Commissioner s Task Force, Shamshabad Zone Team>>>, along with India — Pahadishareef Police>>>, conducted the raid and apprehended Attheni Krishna>>>, playing a crucial role in busting the illegal oxytocin racket.
Importance 70.0 Sentiment 20.0
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Suresh>>> is a regular customer who allegedly administered the illegal oxytocin injections to dairy buffaloes at his farm. He is currently absconding.
Importance 60.0 Sentiment -60.0
govactor
The India — Pahadishareef Police>>> assisted the India — Commissioner s Task Force, Shamshabad Zone Team>>> in the operation, taking over the legal action against Attheni Krishna>>>.
Importance 60.0 Sentiment 20.0
loc
India — Hyderabad>>> is the primary location where the illegal trade and distribution of oxytocin injections occurred, affecting its local dairy industry and public health.
Importance 50.0 Sentiment -10.0
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Srikrishna Cattle Feed>>> is the cattle feed shop operated by Attheni Krishna>>> that was allegedly used as a front for his illegal activities.
Importance 40.0 Sentiment -50.0
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India — Gujarat>>> is identified as the source region from which bulk quantities of restricted oxytocin injections were procured by Khaled Ali>>> for illegal distribution.
Importance 40.0 Sentiment -10.0
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K. Venkat Reddy>>> supervised the operation that led to the apprehension of Attheni Krishna>>> and the seizure of illegal oxytocin injections.
Importance 30.0 Sentiment 10.0
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S. Seshu>>> was one of the Sub-Inspectors involved in the operation to bust the illegal oxytocin racket.
Importance 20.0 Sentiment 10.0
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M. Nagaraju>>> was one of the Sub-Inspectors involved in the operation to bust the illegal oxytocin racket.
Importance 20.0 Sentiment 10.0
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Vaibhav Raghunath Gaikwad>>>, Deputy Commissioner of Police, issued a press note and stated that the investigation into the illegal supply network is continuing.
Importance 20.0 Sentiment 10.0
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