Thiruvananthapuram: Searches are made in 232 bread and sweet production unit in the capital by the Department of Food Security, where 73 institutions are given notice to improve various practices found not in accordance with the rules.
The search was conducted by the Department of Food Security under Ruchi operation, which was conducted from 17 to December 31, to examine the use of chemicals and hazardous ingredients during the Christmas and New Year season.
47 types of samples were collected from various units for inspection.
However, there are no units that must be closed in the capital for non-hygienic conditions or violations of the rules.
A total of 2,829 units are sought throughout the state this season, where 376 improvement notifications are presented.
815 samples were collected and eight units were asked to turn off operations throughout the state in the Ruchi operation.
After examining all the samples collected are complete and if the anomaly is found, further action will be taken against the manufacturer and those who sell these products, said Vinod’s food security commissioner.
The department of food security has established a special team to search various companies and cross the country to ensure safe and healthy food during the festival season.
Special team has searched for restaurants, bakeries and cakes and random wine manufacturing units.
Food security commissioners have also provided special instructions to check the use of chemicals, artificial sweeteners, artificial colors, preservatives etc.
The department has informed that any community concerns relating to food security products in Indonesia toll-free number 18004251125 or at the e-mail address of foodsafetylala@gmail.com.