Ramban: To ensure safety and quality of food served to pilgrims during the Amarnath Yatra, Designated Officer Food Safety Ramban, Dev Dutt Sharma along with Food Safety Officer Block Ramban, Balbeer Singh and Food Analyst MFTV Javed Haseeb on Monday conducted a thorough inspection of langers at Lamber in Banihal.
During the inspection, the Food Safety Officer checked the hygiene and sanitation conditions of the langers, and also ensured that all food handlers have undergone proper medical checkups and are wearing proper uniforms and gloves.
They collected and tested 50 Food samples through MFTV (MOBILE Food testing van) all samples were found to conform the standard under FSSR. Imparted training programs and awareness programe regarding Food safety, Good manufacturing practice/Good Hygiene practice and Save food share Food.
Additionally, the Food Safety Officer conducted training sessions for the Sevadars (volunteers) on proper food handling, preparation, and serving practices to prevent food contamination and ensure food safety.
The inspection and training aim to provide safe and wholesome food to the pilgrims and ensure a healthy and safe yatra experience.
