As part of its ongoing efforts to ensure food safety and safeguard public health, the Food Safety Department, Shopian today intensified its surveillance of milk and milk products across the district.
Extensive sampling of milk was carried out from various collection points, vendors and distribution channels, with samples sent to accredited laboratories for detailed analysis.
The department also launched a comprehensive awareness and sensitization campaign among milk vendors, transporters and Food Business Operators (FBOs), emphasizing the importance of maintaining hygienic handling, storage, transportation and distribution practices.
Stakeholders were educated about food safety standards and the need to ensure quality and purity throughout the supply chain.
The team of food safety said that strict adherence to established food safety norms is essential to protect consumer health and maintain public confidence in dairy products.
Necessary directions were issued to all stakeholders to comply with regulatory guidelines, failing which appropriate action under relevant food safety laws may be initiated.