Food safety violations found at hotels and canteens in railway stations across Karnataka
A food safety inspection across 36 railway stations in Karnataka revealed widespread violations, including the use of newspapers for food packaging, improper storage, and the sale of expired products. Officials identified unhygienic practices such as the use of non-permitted food colors and the presence of fungal growth on produce.
Why it matters
The findings raise significant public health concerns regarding food safety standards and regulatory oversight in high-traffic public transit hubs.
A special food safety inspection drive at hotels, canteens, and other food establishments at railway stations across Karnataka found several violations, including improper storage and handling of food, the use of newspapers for packing and serving food, suspected use of non-permitted colours, and the sale of expired food products.
The drive, conducted by the Food Safety Division of the Food Safety and Drugs Administration Department on Thursday, covered 112 hotels, canteens, and food establishments in 36 railway stations across the State. Food safety officials and designated officers inspected the hotels, canteens, food stalls, pantry cars, food preparation units and other establishments operating on railway premises.
The inspections were carried out under the Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006, and the related rules and regulations, with a focus on food quality, storage, labelling and hygiene practices.
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