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Kochi Canteen Supplying Train Meals Sealed 0
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- May 14, 2025
Report The health wing of the Kochi Corporation sealed a canteen near Kadavanthra on Wednesday, May 14, 2025, after uncovering large quantities of stale food and extremely unhygienic kitchen conditions. The canteen, located in the Elamkulam division, had repeatedly ignored public complaints and continued to operate without the mandatory Corporation licence. Despite receiving multiple notices,
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FSSAI Hosts Food Safety Program for Kochi Street Vendors 0
- Event, Food Hygiene, Food Safety, Health & Wellness, News
- March 19, 2025
Report The Southern Regional Office of the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI), in collaboration with Kochi Corporation and the Kerala State Food Safety Department, conducted an awareness program for street vendors in the city on Tuesday. The program aimed to raise awareness about food safety and hygiene among vendors. It focused on
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Intensified Health Inspections in Kochi over Hepatitis A and Dengue Fears 0
- Food Hygiene, Food Safety, Health & Wellness, News
- March 14, 2025
Report In response to reports of epidemic outbreaks in various parts of the district, a public health committee convened in Kochi on Thursday and resolved to strengthen inspections. Health officials confirmed that the committee will rigorously enforce public health regulations to improve epidemic prevention and management. District Panchayat President Manoj Moothedan emphasized that alongside awareness
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GCDA’s Food Street: Kochi’s New Culinary Hotspot 0

Report The Greater Cochin Development Authority (GCDA) is finalizing the construction of a food street in Kasturba Nagar, near Panampilly Nagar In Kochi as part of the central government’s ‘Modernisation of 100 Food Streets’ initiative. This project aims to improve food safety, enhance food quality, and encourage healthier eating habits while offering a range of

Hepatitis A Outbreak in Kalamassery: Authorities Act Swiftly to Contain Spread 0

Report Kalamassery in Kochi, Kerala is facing a significant hepatitis A outbreak affecting the regions of Peringazha, HMT Estate, and Kurupra. Health authorities confirmed 29 cases of jaundice, with 27 still active and three patients in critical condition, requiring ICU care. This marks the third hepatitis A outbreak in Ernakulam district this year, following outbreaks

Food Poisoning at Kochi Anganwadi: Authorities Probe Water Contamination 0

Report Twelve children and an ayah from an Anganwadi in the Ponnurunni East division of Kochi Corporation showed symptoms of food poisoning, including vomiting and diarrhoea, after consuming contaminated water. Upon receiving the report, Corporation health officials immediately inspected the Anganwadi and nearby areas. They found that, although the Anganwadi and its surroundings were clean,