After inspections, food safety officials flag concern over contamination of paneer in Bengaluru.
safefoodmitra.com · 2025-03-28 09:54:41
According to Srinivas, preliminary tests conducted by the food safety department have confirmed that two of the 17 paneer samples in Bengaluru were deemed unsafe for consumption. “Statewide, only four of the 163 samples had been analysed by March 18, with those found to be free from adulteration. The remaining samples are still undergoing tests, and more detailed findings are expected in the coming weeks,” Srinivas said.The department is continuing its analysis of the remaining paneer samples, with stricter measures expected against violators under the Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006, he added.