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. 22/10/2024 1:08 PM
कर्नाटका खाद्य सुरक्षा विभाग का चौकाने वाला अलार्म: केक में कैंसरकारक सामग्री पाई गई!
The Karnataka Food Safety and Quality Department has issued a serious health warning following recent tests on cakes sold across the state. Out of 235 cake samples tested, 12 were found to contain carcinogenic ingredients, raising alarm over food safety standards in local bakeries.
Food Safety Commissioner Srinivas K. cautioned bakeries about the dangers of using harmful chemicals and artificial coloring agents in their products. Popular cake varieties, including red velvet and black forest, which often rely on visually striking artificial colors, were among those found to contain unsafe levels of certain additives. The tests revealed the presence of hazardous artificial colors such as Allura Red, Sunset Yellow FCF, Ponceau 4R, Tartrazine, and Carmoisine, all exceeding the permissible limits established by health regulations.
This alert follows the Food Safety Department's previous ban on artificial colors in several popular foods, including gobi manchurian, kebabs, and pani puri sauces. In addition, the department has cracked down on outlets selling shawarma prepared under unhygienic conditions. These measures highlight the department's ongoing efforts to enhance food safety across the state.
In August, the department also conducted tests on 221 samples of paneer and 65 samples of khova, discovering that one sample from each product was substandard. Furthermore, in September, officials inspected 142 food outlets at railway stations and 35 hotels in major tourist destinations to ensure compliance with safety regulations.
Health Minister Dinesh Gundu Rao emphasized the importance of adhering to food safety and quality standards. Bakeries found to be using harmful coloring agents have been warned to comply with regulations. The use of such additives is prohibited under the Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006, and the Food Safety and Standards (Food Products, Standards and Food Additives) Regulations, 2011, due to the serious health risks they pose to consumers.
The minister also indicated that strict action will be taken against establishments that fail to adhere to these rules, underscoring the government's commitment to protecting public health and ensuring safe food practices.
The findings from the Karnataka Food Safety and Quality Department serve as a stark reminder of the need for vigilance in food safety. As the state grapples with the implications of these test results, consumers are advised to be cautious about the products they purchase and to remain informed about food safety standards. The ongoing efforts by the government to regulate harmful ingredients in food products reflect a broader commitment to enhancing public health and safety in Karnataka.
