Fine imposed on erring FBOs for violating FS&SA norms in Handwara

Srinagar, Dec 11: Additional Deputy Commissioner,(ADC), Handwara, Javed Naseem Masoodi, who is also Adjudicating Officer Handwara today imposed a fine of Rs 8000 on various erring Food Business Operators (FBOs) for violations of various provisions of Food Safety and Standard Act (FS&SA) 2006.

The fine was imposed on the erring traders for miss-branded and sub-standard food during the proceeding of cases related to the FS&SA Act 2006 which were listed before the Adjudicating Officer.

The Adjudicating Officer warned them to abide by the legal regulations adding that non-compliance of Food Safety & Standards Act 2006 and rules there under by the food business operators will be dealt with more strictness in coming time.