CCPA fines Britannia ₹1 lakh over '100% whole wheat bread' claim; product contains only 62% wheat

The Consumer Protection Authority (CCPA) has fined Britannia ₹1 lakh for making false claims about its bread product. The company had advertised its bread as '100% whole wheat', but an investigation found that it actually contains only 62% wheat. This means that consumers were misled about the product's ingredients, which is a serious issue in the food industry. The fine and compliance report requirement are a warning to companies to be truthful in their advertising and labeling, which can impact consumer trust and confidence in the market.

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The CCPA fine and order to submit a compliance report may damage Britannia's reputation and lead to financial losses. The company's claim of '100% whole wheat bread' was found to be false, which could erode consumer trust.

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