LAHORE: The Punjab Food Authority (PFA) has levied fines totalling Rs1.234 million on 37 food business operators (FBOs) and disposed of 302kg of unhygienic meat, along with a significant quantity of unwholesome food, including expired cold drinks.

Also, the authority issued improvement notices to 35 food establishments during a crackdown targeting prominent marts, superstores, and fast-food outlets to uphold food safety standards.

PFA teams conducted surprise visits to various marts across the provincial metropolis to assess food quality, hygiene standards, and adherence to food safety regulations, as well as to oversee field team activities.

The authority imposed substantial fines for selling substandard loose cooking oil, expired cold drinks, and spoiled meat. During the raids, rusty vessels and freezers were also observed.

Published in Dawn, April 24th, 2024