LAHORE:The enforcement teams of Punjab Food Authority (PFA) carried out operations at Tollinton Market and Raiwind Road on Wednesday.
PFA teams inspected 24 suppliers and shops at Tollinton Market. During the crackdown, 80,000kg of poultry was inspected while 2,200kg of sick and underweight chickens were discarded.
A dairy shop was also sealed over substandard milk, an FIR was lodged while an accused was arrested during the operation after milk samples failed laboratory tests.PFA DG M Asim Javaid said that veterinary specialists conducted a detailed examination of the recovered poultry and declared the chickens sick and unfit for human consumption.
He said heavy fines were imposed and the contaminated stock was discarded. Punjab Food Authority is ensuring the quality of essential food items, including milk and meat across the province, he added.
He said that food handlers must use aprons, head covers, masks and gloves during work to maintain hygiene standards. He directed suppliers to strictly follow SOPs, warning of strict action in case of violations.He informed that the PFA teams are conducting inspections in three shifts at Tollinton Market. “There will be zero compromise on food quality and no leniency for violators”.
