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Baba Ramdev and Patanjali: The troubles of Yoga Guru Baba Ramdev and his associate Acharya Balkrishna are not showing any sign of abating. Another court issued notice to both of them to appear on June 3. The matter pertains to misleading advertisements in English and Malayalam newspapers. The court of Judicial First Class Magistrate in Kozhikode has asked him to appear in the case on June 3.
What is the matter?
In April this year, a drug inspector posted in the office of the Assistant Drug Controller, Kozhikode, filed a complaint in the court under Section 10, Section 3 (B) and 3 (D) and 7 (A) of the Drugs and Magickal Act. Treatment (Objectionable Advertisements) Act, 1954. Recently, a Haridwar court had issued summons to Ramdev and Balakrishna after they failed to appear.
On which medicine was the claim made?
Divya Lipidome, one of Patanjali's products, claims to reduce cholesterol and dyslipidemia. Patanjali Nutrela Diabetic Care claims to reduce blood sugar levels and control body weight. Section 3 of the Act prohibits advertising of certain medicines for the treatment of certain diseases and disorders. If found guilty, the punishment can be up to six months in jail or a fine.