Sale of rotten meat: Police register six FIRs in Srinagar

Srinagar, Sep 12: Acting swiftly on the reports of the sale of rotten and unhygienic meat in the district, Srinagar Police, in coordination with Civil Administration and the Department of Food Safety, has launched a dedicated operation to curb the menace.
In the ongoing crackdown, a police spokesman in a statement said that six cases (FIRs) have been registered against individuals and establishments found selling rotten meat in violation of public health and safety regulations, which include case FIRs No. 45/2025 under section 271,275 BNS of PS Lal Bazar, 90/2025 under section 272,275 BNS of PS Bemina, 67/2025 under section 271,275 BNS, 51 Food Safety Act of PS Batamaloo, 102/2025 under section 271, 280 BNS of PS Safakadal, 73/2025 under section 271, 275 BNS of PS Ram Munshi Bagh and 48/2025 under section 61, 271,275 BNS of PS Zakura.
A Flying Squad comprising of officials from the District Police, Civil Administration and the Food Safety Department has been constituted to carry out surprise inspections across the city. During these inspections, significant recoveries of rotten meat have been made and the items have been confiscated and destroyed as per protocol, police said.
J&K Police reiterated its commitment to safeguarding public health and ensuring that no individual or business indulges in activities that endanger the lives of citizens. Strict legal action will be taken against violators under relevant provisions of the law.
The general public is also requested to remain vigilant and report any such malpractices to the nearest police station or via helpline numbers. (KNO)