FS Deptt seals 3 confectionary units in Srinagar

Srinagar, Nov 8, KNT: The Food Safety Department has said that it recently conducted surprise raids in Srinagar leading to the sealing of two sweets and bakery manufacturing units.

The department said that: “a total of 1.5 quintals of sweets were seized during these operations. Acting on specific information, the Food Safety wing of the Drugs & Food Control Organization in Kashmir, including the Intelligent Cum Legal Cell and Food Safety Wing Srinagar, conducted surprise inspections in Bemina, Qamarwari, and Dalgate areas.”

“They found that two sweets and bakery manufacturing units were operating in violation of the provisions of FSSA 2006, producing items under unsanitary and unhygienic conditions, which led to the sealing of both units. Samples of the seized sweets were sent to the Food testing laboratory to assess their quality and safety.”

The department said that the raids were conducted to ensure that consumers have access to high-quality sweets and food items.

A stern warning has been issued to all food business operators, particularly those involved in producing sweets, bakery items, and milk products, stressing the necessity of strict adherence to the guidelines and provisions of the Food Safety & Standards Act. [KNT]