Food Safety Body Seizes Banned Items Worth Rs 82 Crore In Nationwide Drive
The regulator said it inspected 56,431 food establishments during its nationwide enforcement drive between September 1 and November 5, and seized non-compliant food products, including paneer, ghee, milk and sweets.
The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) conducted a nationwide enforcement drive between September 1 and November 5, inspecting 56,431 food establishments across various States and Union Territories. According to the Hindustan Times, the regulator seized more than 3,270 metric tonnes of food products worth an estimated ₹81.80 crore.
NDTV - India News reported that the seized non-compliant items included ghee, milk, paneer, and sweets. The Hindustan Times added that the seizures also included oils, bakery items, chocolates, ice cream, namkeen, packaged food, and festive hampers.
During the operation, the FSSAI collected 43,939 samples, with 23,648 samples having been analysed. Of those analysed, 2,273 were found to be non-compliant with food safety standards. The Hindustan Times reported that the agency issued 10,047 improvement notices, suspended 1,133 licences, and cancelled the licences of 52 food establishments. Furthermore, 314 establishments were sealed and 410 prosecutions were initiated.
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