Goa, May 24 -- Goa Health Minister Vishwajit Rane has commended the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for its proactive crackdown on the use of carcinogenic substances in food items. Applauding the efforts of FDA Director Shweta Desai, Designated Officer Richard Noronha, and the entire team, the minister described their work as "excellent" and instrumental in safeguarding public health.

Minister Rane confirmed that the FDA has been instructed to continue its inspection and enforcement drive to ensure food safety standards are strictly followed. "The team has done commendable work, and they've been given a clear mandate to keep the momentum going. It is essential that harmful substances are eliminated from our food supply and that violat...