Food Safety Department destroys 922 kg of food items in raids: CMO
The Delhi Food Safety Department destroyed nearly a tonne of adulterated or spoiled food items, including khoya and sweets, during raids ahead of the festival season. Officials emphasized that public health and food purity remain top priorities during periods of high market demand.
Why it matters
Food safety enforcement is critical during festival seasons when the volume of trade in perishable goods increases, posing risks of foodborne illness.
Food Safety Department destroys 922 kg of food items in raids: CMO left During a special drive at Mori Gate Khoya Mandi, the department destroyed around 370 kg of khoya. KAMAL NARANG The Hindu https://th-i.thgim.com/public/incoming/tr0lcv/article71624552.ece/alternates/FREE_1200/IMG_doc7d80d1t7lex17bdnd_2_1_S3GHMKAD.jpg KAMAL NARANG B.LINE:BLINK:(fake or made with adulterated milk and milk products) Khoya Mava Market,,Old Delhi,The market handles 50 to120 tonnes of mawa on any given day, butthe time of Diwali the figure has touched 200-250 tonnes for a price of Rs 200-250/kg. ( huge volumes of khoya and mawa comes from UP, Rajasthan, and Haryana to Delhi's wholesale market at Mori gate bus terminal. ) ,in New Delhi on 9.10.17. Pic : Kamal Narang New Delhi The Food Safety Department destroyed about 922 kg of food items during surprise inspections ahead of the festival season, the Chief Minister’s Office (CMO) stated on Sunday.
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