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Ahmedabad Seizes 45,000 kg of Mawa, Bans Sale Due to Missing Labels
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What Happened?
The Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation has seized 45,000 kg of mawa due to missing expiry dates and batch numbers. This action is part of intensified food safety inspections ahead of Diwali.
Key points
- The seized mawa is valued at approximately Rs 76 lakh.
- Samples of the mawa have been sent for laboratory testing.
- Around 1.02 lakh kg of mawa and other sweet-making materials were stored at the facility.
- The AMC has intensified inspections of food establishments ahead of Diwali.
- Previous inspections revealed irregularities in food products.
Key insights
- The action may lead to increased scrutiny of food safety practices among local traders.
- Consumers are urged to verify product labels to ensure safety during the festive season.
- The findings from the laboratory tests will determine further actions regarding the seized mawa.
Why it matters
This seizure ensures that consumers have access to safe food products during the festive season.
Source
India Today
