India, April 13 -- The Microbiology Laboratory section at the State Food Testing Laboratory (SFTL), Bhubaneswar, was officially inaugurated on 11 April 2025 by Shri Jagat Prakash Nadda, Hon'ble Union Minister of Health & Family Welfare and Chemicals & Fertilizers, along with Shri Mohan Charan Majhi, Hon'ble Chief Minister of Odisha.
The newly constructed laboratory spans 104.3 square meters and has been developed at a cost of INR 4.57 crore, fully funded by the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) under the Centrally Sponsored Scheme (CSS).
This new microbiology facility is a major step forward in strengthening the region's food safety infrastructure. It is designed to enhance the implementation of food safety standards, facilitate advanced microbiological testing, and support a more robust and responsive food regulatory framework in Odisha and surrounding regions.
The establishment of this laboratory marks a significant milestone in the ongoing efforts to ensure the availability of safe and quality food for consumers and reinforces the government's commitment to public health and food safety.
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