India, March 6 -- At a time where being health conscious is a la mode, a popular superfood, moringa powder, has found itself at the centre of a Rs.10 crore scam. The police have booked two people and their companies for allegedly cheating over 150 investors through a bogus scheme linked to a moringa power business.

According to the Shivaji Park police, the accused duo claimed they were involved in the cultivation and export of moringa powder and sought investments for the venture. Made from the dried leaves of the drumstick tree, the green powder is known to be full of vitamins, antioxidants, and protein. The accused allegedly promised investors returns of Rs.12 lakh on an investment of Rs.5 lakh over a five-year period.

The police iden...