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Kerala Human Rights Commission Orders Regular Inspections of Eateries 0

November 19, 2024

Report The Kerala State Human Rights Commission has ordered the Food Safety Department to regularly inspect eateries nationwide and seize substandard or expired food items. Commission Chairperson Alexander Thomas highlighted the importance of strict legal action against establishments that violate the Food Safety Act. Call for Monthly Food Safety Checks The commission issued this directive

Kerala Leads with 26 ‘Eat Right’ Certified Railway Stations 0

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November 15, 2024

Top State for Food Safety Kerala has emerged as the leader in India, with 26 railway stations now recognized for maintaining high food safety standards. The ‘Eat Right’ certification, awarded by the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI), ensures safe and hygienic food practices across the state’s stations. Nationwide, only 198 stations have

Rise of Illegal Meat Shops in Haripad Raises Alarms on Public Health and Safety 0

Overview Illegal meat shops are rapidly increasing in the Haripad region, Alappuzha, Kerala with numerous outlets operating without licenses or inspections in both urban and rural areas. These unregulated butcher shops capitalize on rising meat demand, which has become a staple for many households. Allegations also suggest these shops may be selling meat from sick

Stay Away from Raw Milk: Kerala Health Expert Reveal Hidden Bacterial Dangers 0
- A to Z, Food Hygiene, Food Safety, News
- November 5, 2024
Overview A prominent hepatologist from Kerala, known as “The Liver Doc,” advises against consuming raw milk, especially for children. He highlights the risks of harmful bacteria present in raw milk and recommends boiling it before consumption. Untreated milk, he explains, may contain dangerous pathogens like E. coli, Salmonella, and Listeria, which can lead to severe
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Keeping Catering Safe: Kerala’s Food Safety Force in Action 0
- Food Hygiene, Food Safety, News
- November 4, 2024
Overview The food safety department’s specialized task force conducted thorough inspections at catering units in central Kerala in response to the rising number of food poisoning cases and related grievances linked to catering services. On November 1 and 2, 30 squads inspected 151 establishments across the Palakkad, Thrissur, Ernakulam, Idukki, and Kottayam districts. Key Findings
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Night Patrols to Ensure Food Safety in Kerala Eateries 0
- Food Laws, Food Safety, News
- October 16, 2024
Report Kerala Health Minister Veena George announced in the Assembly on Tuesday that the Food Safety Wing has set up night patrols to inspect food safety and hygiene in all eateries, including ‘thattukadas’ (roadside stalls). In response to Ahmed Devarkovil’s concerns about hygiene and safety standards in roadside eateries, Ms George highlighted the rising cases
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