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The Food Safety Department in Virudhunagar, Tamilnadu conducted surprise inspections on Friday and seized 355.6 kg of soan papdi stored without a valid food safety licence at a local supermarket. Officials also confiscated 50 kilograms of nutritious food products from a medical shop in Palayampatti for operating without the required licence.

Officials Warn Against Ignoring Food Safety Rules

District Designated Officer S. Mariappan said the department took action after traders continued to flout food safety regulations, despite repeated warnings, newspaper notices issued by the Collector, and awareness meetings. He emphasised that selling or manufacturing food without a licence endangers consumer health and violates the Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006.

Heavy Penalties for Violators

Mariappan warned that businesses operating without a valid food safety licence could face penalties of up to ₹10 lakh. He urged traders to comply with licensing norms to ensure the safety and trust of consumers.

Source: The Hindu