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PANJIM: The Food and Drugs Administration (FDA) conducted inspections in Bardez and Pernem talukas on Friday, ordering the closure of two snack manufacturing units and a bakery over alleged unhygienic practices.
In a post on social media, Health Minister Vishwajit Rane stated, “Continuing the strong momentum of food safety enforcement, the FDA team conducted rigorous inspections in Bardez and Pernem talukas. Two snack manufacturing units and a bakery were ordered to shut down for unhygienic practices, while a restaurant in Parra was also directed to suspend operations.”
He further revealed, “A significant case of fake Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) licensing was uncovered in Karaswada, involving a vendor operating with licenses procured from a Mumbai-based consultant. The vendor was issued a stop notice and instructed to file an FIR. Penalties amounting to Rs 30,000 were imposed on three vendors.”
Rane noted that, on Thursday, the FDA had also conducted a special evening inspection in Colva, covering street food vendors, restaurants and ice cream carts. One restaurant and a chips manufacturing unit were ordered to shut down for operating without a valid FSSAI licence and under unhygienic conditions, and 18 unlicensed notices were issued.
The team also revisited establishments in Navelim to verify compliance with previous directives.
“We commend the FDA team for their vigilant efforts, which reflect not only their dedication but also our collective commitment to safeguarding public health and ensuring that only safe, quality food reaches every household in Goa,” the Health Minister added.