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Food Safety Violations Found At 36 Karnataka Railway Stations
Inspections across Karnataka's railway stations have uncovered widespread food safety breaches, including fungal contamination of vegetables and improper storage of food items. The findings raise fresh concerns about meal quality and hygiene standards at major transport hubs.
LSN India ·
A comprehensive food safety audit conducted across 36 railway stations in Karnataka has revealed serious violations in food handling and storage practices. Inspectors documented fungal growth on onions and various vegetables meant for passenger consumption, alongside expired food products being kept in inventory.
The inspection team also found that chutneys and other condiments were being stored in plastic buckets unsuitable for food storage, creating potential contamination risks. These containers do not meet food safety standards and can leach harmful chemicals into stored items over time.
The violations span multiple stations across the state, suggesting systemic issues in food handling protocols at railway catering facilities. Food safety authorities have initiated corrective measures to address the deficiencies and prevent similar lapses in the future.
Railway officials have been directed to implement stricter monitoring of food storage conditions, enforce regular equipment maintenance, and ensure staff compliance with food safety regulations. The findings underscore the need for enhanced oversight of catering operations at transportation hubs where millions of passengers travel daily.