Srinagar: The Food Safety Team Srinagar (DFCO), led by *Assistant Commissioner Food Safety, Srinagar*, yameen ul nabi conducted an intensive market inspection drive today at *Parimpora Fruit Mandi and Tengpora Market* to ensure strict adherence to food safety standards.
The inspection focused primarily on the quality, hygiene, storage, and labeling of key food items widely consumed by the public, including:
Like ,Dates, Fresh Fruits, Vegetables, Dry Fruits
During the inspection, officials verified compliance with mandatory labeling requitements and quality
*Strict Directions Issued to Wholesalers & Traders:*
All wholesalers, retailers, and vendors have been *formally directed to strictly follow Good Storage Practices (GSP)* and ensure that *every food item sold bears complete, accurate, and compliant labeling as per FSSAI regulations*.
Any deviation — including missing labels, expired goods, misbranded products, or improper storage will invite immediate legal action under the Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006.*
Zero Tolerance Policy
No food item violating any labeling or safety norm will be permitted to remain in the market. Non-compliant stock will be seized and destroyed as per law.
*Consumer Awareness:*
Consumers are encouraged to report any suspected unsafe, mislabeled, or adulterated food product by calling *Helpline No. 104* or visiting the nearest DFCO office.
All Food Business Operatrs are directed to Verify that every product they receive meets FSSAI labeling & packaging norms
Failure to comply will lead to penalties, cancellation of licenses, and prosecution under FSS Act.
