Food Safety: Many serious shortcomings have come to light in the investigation by food safety officials regarding the quality of food items used daily. Products of Dodla Dairy, Priyagold biscuit manufacturing company Surya Food and Agro and UEIR Organic Foods have come under the scanner. The officials have taken action against the concerned companies on the basis of shortcomings found in the investigation. Apart from this, notices have also been issued to three other food businessmen for violation of rules.
During the inspection of Surya Food and Agro, questions were raised on the bran being used in making biscuits. According to officials, such bran was being used in the company, which was mentioned to be for animal fodder. The investigation also found deficiencies in the cleanliness of the factory, protection from insects, storage of raw materials and hygiene of the employees. After this the food license of the company was suspended and legal action was approved.
Serious defects found in milk of Dodla Dairy
When testing the samples of full cream milk of Dodla Dairy, the fat content was found to be below the prescribed standards. After this the sample was sent for further investigation. According to the report, in the second investigation the milk was found not to conform to food safety standards. The investigation also revealed the presence of detergent or caustic soda. Approval has been given to pursue legal action against the company in this matter.
More pesticide residues in organic raisins
Pesticide residues exceeding the prescribed limits were found in samples of organic yellow raisins from UEIR Organic Foods. In further investigation also the quantity of some chemicals was found to be more than the prescribed standards. After this, legal action was approved in this matter also.
Food safety officials have also issued notices to Narpadham Foods, Sun Regis Health Carers and Shah Kantilal Jayantilal. Deficiencies related to cleanliness, storage of food items, pest control and necessary records were found here. Officials have asked the concerned businessmen to respond and ensure compliance with the rules.