Dhaka, Feb. 1 -- PROGGA (Knowledge for Progress), a research and advocacy organisation, has said while access to safe food is a fundamental right, the sale of bulk edible oil in drums has become a significant threat to public health.

In a statement on Saturday, the organisation expressed their concern over the issue marking the National Food Safety Day 2025 falls on Sunday.

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This year's theme is "Khaddo hok nirapod, sustho thakuk jonogon( Let food be safe, let people stay healthy)".

"Marketing edible oil without Vitamin 'A' fortification is a punishable offense according to the law. However, most of the edible oil in the drum do not contain vitamin 'A' or moderate levels," it added.

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