Hygiene Violations Prompt Inspection

Food safety officials raided Kudpis Foods near Kadri Temple in Mangaluru on Saturday after identifying unhygienic conditions at its food production facility. The team issued a notice to the unit and seized and sealed halwa, date-based products, and other materials prepared or stored under unhygienic conditions. Officials sent samples to a laboratory for testing.

Unit Told to Correct Hygiene Issues

Officials directed the management to thoroughly clean the premises and rectify deficiencies in the drainage system before resuming production. They also instructed the unit to prevent insects, cockroaches, rats, and other pests from entering the production area. The team stressed the need to maintain proper hygiene and take necessary precautions to prevent food contamination and food poisoning, particularly during the festive season.

Food Safety Team Leads Raid

The raid followed instructions from Health Minister U.T. Khader. District Food Safety Designated Officer Dr. Praveen Kumar C.H. led the inspection team.

Source: Deccan Herald