Underweight cooking oil containers seized in Srinagar, case registered
The Legal Metrology Enforcement in Srinagar seized underweight cooking oil stock following citywide inspections that revealed significant net weight discrepancies in pre-packaged containers. Legal action under the Legal Metrology Act, 2009, is underway against the responsible manufacturer and wholesaler. In Anantnag, the Food Safety Department confiscated 2,172 kilograms of deteriorated dates from various brands, valued at approximately Rs 13 lakh, to ensure public health safety.
Acting on complaints regarding the sale of underweight cooking oil in Srinagar, the Legal Metrology Enforcement, Srinagar, conducted extensive inspections across the city.
During an inspection in Batmaloo, the department’s enforcement unit detected significant discrepancies in the net weight of pre-packaged edible oil containers.
A case was registered against a leading manufacturer and packer of edible oil after standard weighing equipment confirmed a shortage exceeding the permissible error limit prescribed under the Legal Metrology (Packaged Commodities) Rules.
As a result, the department seized the available stock and notified the concerned wholesaler in Batmaloo. Legal proceedings under the Legal Metrology Act-2009 are underway against all responsible parties.
It is pertinent to mention that the quantity was measured in presence of the consumers, who had gathered at the location and the actions of the department were appreciated by them.
The consumers were apprised about their rights regarding the accuracy of the quantity contained in the packages and their responsibility in checking the same by using the certified weights and measurement which must be available with every trader.
The demonstrations were held for them regarding the difference between gross weight and the net weight and how the quantity or the weight of the items can be checked by using the verified weighing scale or measure for such purpose and for any complaints they were requested to contact the nearest Legal Metrology Office.
Meanwhile, as part of its efforts to ensure the safe and quality food for the general public, Food Safety Department, Anantnag, raided a godown and seized 2,172 kilograms of deteriorated dates belonging to various brands. The estimated market value of the seized stock is Rs 13 lakh.
The seizure was made on the basis of a complaint about the sale of deteriorated dates.
During the raid, enforcement samples were taken from the seized stock for further analysis. These samples will be sent to an NABL-accredited laboratory for detailed examination to determine the exact quality and safety of the dates.
An official informed, “The Food Safety Department remains committed to safeguarding public health and ensuring that consumers have access to safe, wholesome, and quality food products. The department urges all traders and consumers to report any unsafe or substandard food items they may come across as part of our collective responsibility to maintain food safety standards in the district.”
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Source : The Tribune
