FSSAI’s legal action against Priyagold Biscuits, others over food safety violations

The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has launched legal proceedings against Surya Food & Agro, the manufacturer of Priyagold biscuits, as well as Dodla Dairy and UEIR Organic Foods, for severe food safety breaches. Allegedly, the company utilized cattle feed bran as a raw ingredient in the biscuit-making process, which contravenes food safety regulations.

The regulatory body's actions stemmed from an inspection prompted by a consumer grievance, which uncovered notable deficiencies in food safety and hygiene practices. Prior to this, FSSAI had suspended Surya Food & Agro's license due to significant non-compliance issues. In addition, Dodla Dairy's full cream milk was discovered to be substandard and unsafe, owing to the presence of detergent/caustic soda and milk fat below the required limits.

This prompted FSSAI to initiate prosecution proceedings against this dairy as well. Furthermore, pesticide residues were detected in yellow raisins sold by UEIR Organic Foods, further underscoring the gravity of the situation. These legal actions are a direct response to the serious food safety violations exhibited by these three entities. This is a developing story, and further updates will be provided as they become available.