Illegal PDS Rice Seizure in Mangaluru Raises Food Safety Concerns0

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• April 17, 2026

Key Update A food inspector intercepted a pickup vehicle carrying illegally procured Public Distribution System (PDS) rice in Mangaluru, highlighting risks to food safety and traceability. Inspector Prasanna Kumar Pakkala acted on a tip-off about the unauthorised diversion of subsidised rice meant for public welfare. Lack of Traceability and Documentation Officials tracked and stopped the