India, Aug. 13 -- Madhya Pradesh has joined Maharashtra, Gujarat and Chhattisgarh in banning the production, sale and use of analogue paneer in the state. Chief Minister Dr Mohan Yadav issued directions to this effect on Wednesday during a meeting with officials of the Food and Civil Supplies Department before leaving for Gujarat.

He said the state would promote natural milk production and encourage the preparation of paneer from milk rather than substitutes.

"Analogue paneer is being banned in Madhya Pradesh, as has been done by other states. We will increase milk production naturally and make paneer naturally from milk," the Chief Minister said.

Analogue paneer is prepared as a cheaper alternative to traditional milk-based paneer. It...