Delhi Food Safety Department Finds Lapses at Sweet Units Ahead of Festivals
· India · Hindustan Times, Indian Express
Delhi's Food Safety Department uncovered widespread hygiene violations during inspections of sweet manufacturing units across the capital ahead of the festive season. Officials reported finding insects in storage areas, open dustbins, cobwebs on chimneys, and a lack of insect-proof mesh on windows at establishments including Evergreen Sweet House, Grover Sweet Corner, and Singla Sweets. Inspectors also observed staff handling food without gloves and failing to segregate items properly. The department collected samples of sweets and food items for laboratory testing as part of intensified safety checks.
Why it matters
Consumer safety risks spike during festive seasons due to mass production of sweets, making regulatory enforcement crucial for public health.
Read the original report — Hindustan Times
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