Over the past few months, concerns about adulterated dairy products have been growing nationwide. Now, taking an action to protect consumers, the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has launched a nationwide enforcement drive targeting milk and milk-based products to curb adulteration and ensure food safety. Scroll down to know more!
FSSAI Takes Strict Action Against Adulterated Milk Products
The FSSAI has asked all states and Union Territories to act strictly against fake or mislabelled milk, paneer, khoya, and other dairy products. As per NDTV, under the Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006, the regulator wants to protect public health. Officials say this step comes after many reports showed widespread violations in the dairy industry.
According to FSSAI, many illegal or unlicensed sellers are making and selling adulterated dairy products. These products are often sold as real milk items, putting consumers’ health at risk. Selling such fake or harmful products is against food safety laws.
Under this special drive, state and FSSAI officials will conduct a detailed check on places that make, store, or sell milk and milk-related products. They will inspect both licensed businesses and unregistered operators, along with focusing on cleanliness, product quality, and ensuring businesses are following food safety rules.
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More About The Inspection
Food Safety Officers will begin the process by collecting samples of milk, paneer, and khoya from across India. According to NDTV, they will follow proper testing procedures to ensure accurate results. At the same time, officials will verify whether dairy businesses hold valid licences or registrations, as required by law.
If officers find unsafe or non-compliant products, the FSSAI has ordered traceability checks. These checks will help identify the source of adulteration and uncover illegal supply chains. The aim is to shut down such networks completely, not just penalise sellers at the retail level.
The FSSAI has told authorities to act firmly whenever they find violations. This means they can seize unsafe dairy products, cancel or suspend business licences, shut down illegal units, and recall or destroy adulterated items. The regulator has warned that serious or repeated violations will not be tolerated.
To keep a better track of inspections, states and Union Territories must upload all inspection and enforcement details on the Food Safety Compliance System (FoSCoS). With this, FSSAI can monitor progress and identity.
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