Food Safety Department suspends licenses of three eateries in Kangan

Ganderbal, Sep 10: The Food Safety Department has suspended the licenses of three eateries — including two hotels and a dhaba — in Kangan area of central Kashmir’s Ganderbal district after they failed mandatory food quality tests.
Incharge Food Inspector Fayaz Ahmad said that samples were collected from several restaurants during routine checks. “These samples were sent for laboratory testing, and after reports showed irregularities, the license of three establishments were suspended,” he said, adding that legal proceedings will be initiated against the violators under the Food Safety and Standards Act.
Authorities have appealed to the public to remain cautious and assured that regular inspections of hotels, restaurants, and dhabas will continue to ensure safe and hygienic food for consumers.
Speaking to reporters, SDM Kangan Dr. Nazir Ahmad said that the operational activities of the hotels and a dhaba have been suspended till further orders. He emphasized that the administration will not tolerate any violation of food safety guidelines. (KNO)