Srinagar, July 31 -- Acting on specific intelligence regarding the storage of stale and foul-smelling meat, the enforcement team, led by Hilal Ahmad Mir, Assistant Commissioner Food Safety ICLC, and Yameen Ul Nabi, Assistant Commissioner Food Safety Srinagar, along with Food Safety Officers, conducted a thorough inspection of the premises. The raid uncovered approximately 1200 kilograms of putrid meat that was reportedly ready for market distribution.

The seized meat was immediately destroyed under strict supervision to ensure it could not pose any health risks to the public. Legal proceedings will be initiated against the concerned Food Business Operators (FBOs) under the provisions of the Food Safety and Standards Act.

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