Ludhiana, June 28 -- The food safety officials of the local health department on Thursday carried out a comprehensive inspection drive to enforce food safety standards throughout the city. During the extensive operation, around 26 diverse food samples were collected from various establishments, including dairies, karyana stores, sweet shops, and fast-food outlets.

A significant joint enforcement action, involving the mandi officer and health department officials, resulted in the destruction of 67 kg of paneer at Sabzi Mandi, Ludhiana. The action was followed amid strong suspicions of substandard quality. In addition, two more paneer samples were taken for thorough laboratory testing.

District health officer, Ludhiana, Dr Amarjit Kaur, e...