Srinagar, Aug. 21 -- In a major move aimed at strengthening food safety measures, the Government of Jammu & Kashmir has issued a public notice mandating strict compliance with Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) guidelines for the handling and sale of frozen raw meat, chicken, and related products.

The directive, issued by the Commissioner of Food & Drug Administration (FDA), J&K, Smita Sethi, is intended to safeguard public health and ensure uniform safety and hygiene standards across the meat supply chain. A copy of the order lies with KNS

The notice requires all Food Business Operators (FBOs) - including manufacturers, processors, retailers, wholesalers, cold storage units, transporters, and e-commerce platforms - to...