SPECIAL REPORT QUETTA.AUG.20
The Balochistan Food Authority (BFA) has sealed two food units in Quetta for violating food safety laws. The units, a khoya supplier and a juice production unit, were found operating secretly in residential areas without proper licenses and hygiene standards.
Khoya Supplier:*
– Stored khoya in poor and unhygienic conditions
– No receipts or traceability records available
– Operating without BFA license
– *Juice Production Unit:*
– Produced beverages under fake and unregistered brands
– Raw materials and finished products stored in poor conditions
– Substandard processing line and incorrect labeling
The BFA team seized samples of four different juice brands for laboratory testing, which may prove hazardous to public health. The authority has initiated legal action against the units.
The Balochistan Food Authority remains committed to ensuring safe food and beverages for the residents of Balochistan. The authority will continue to take strict action against those producing and selling substandard and fake products ¹ ².
The BFA’s actions demonstrate its dedication to protecting public health and safety. Citizens can report suspicious or counterfeit products to the BFA’s helpline at 0333-4664507 or through their social media platforms .
