Team Herald
PERNEM: The Food and Drugs Administration (FDA) of Pernem taluka inspected 19 restaurants and hotels in Ashwem and Morjim and ordered closure of four kitchens found operating in unhygienic conditions.
The inspections carried out on late Wednesday evening revealed major hygiene violations in some of the establishments, resulting in the closure of four kitchens due to unsatisfactory cleanliness standards including broken floor tiles and drainage issues, which need immediate repair, the FDA inspectors said.
Strict warnings were issued to the remaining establishments to maintain proper hygiene.
While many establishments in both the villages were found to be operating with satisfactory kitchen conditions, some minor non-compliance issues were noted. As a result, owners were issued notices, instructing them to address the issues.
A FDA official noted, “Overall, hygiene levels in the inspected establishments were quite satisfactory. However, the four premises that were shut down will need to address civil issues such as tile repairs and drainage improvements before resuming operations.”
Additionally, the FDA has issued special instructions to vendors in Mapusa and the Goa Medical College (GMC), Bambolim, asking them to ensure that sanitary practices are strictly followed.
The ongoing inspections aim to ensure public health and safety standards are upheld across the State.