Karnataka health department raids own canteen, finds expired foods
The Karnataka health department conducted an unexpected inspection of its own canteen at the headquarters in Bengaluru on Wednesday. The Food Safety and Drug Administration (FSDA) wing discovered expired food items like rava idli and coconut powder, as well as violations of Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) regulations.
Additionally, the team noted a lack of pest control, resulting in unhygienic conditions. Since August 7, FSDA has conducted over 60 inspections of hotels, quick commerce warehouses, and Indira canteen kitchens. Earlier this week, officials raided Hyperpure, a Zomato subsidiary in Sakalawara Nagar, off Bannerghatta Road, and found mislabeled products.
The FSDA issued guidelines to hotels, dhabas, and restaurants, emphasizing proper food storage temperatures, separate preparation for vegetarian and non-vegetarian dishes, and regular pest control. They also instructed establishments to provide clean drinking water, maintain sanitary facilities, and ensure food handlers wear appropriate attire and undergo safety training.
Restaurants must utilize fresh cooking oil, dispose of used oil properly, and handle food transport securely.
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