Early morning inspections in Murree uncover adulterated milk, raising fresh concerns over public health and food safety enforcement.
MURREE: In a sweeping early morning operation, the Punjab Food Authority (PFA) launched a crackdown against adulterated milk on the Murree Expressway, uncovering significant violations that have once again raised alarms about food safety standards in the region.
According to a PFA spokesperson, inspection teams set up checkpoints at dawn, targeting milk supply vehicles entering the area. During the operation, authorities checked 20 milk-carrying vehicles transporting a total of 5,390 liters of milk intended for public consumption.
Officials revealed that 200 liters of milk were found to be substandard and adulterated with water. The contaminated milk was immediately discarded on-site to prevent it from reaching consumers, highlighting the persistent challenge of ensuring quality control in the dairy supply chain.
In addition to disposing of the unsafe product, enforcement teams imposed a fine of Rs4,000 on one of the milk transporters found violating food safety regulations. Authorities reiterated that such inspections are conducted on a daily basis to curb malpractice and protect public health.
The crackdown underscores ongoing efforts by the Punjab Food Authority to tighten oversight on essential food items, particularly milk, which is widely consumed across households. Food safety experts warn that adulterated milk can pose serious health risks, including gastrointestinal infections and long-term complications.
Citizens have been urged to remain vigilant and report any suspected cases of food adulteration. The PFA has encouraged the public to use its helpline, 1223, to lodge complaints and assist authorities in identifying violators.
The latest action reflects a broader push by regulators to restore consumer confidence, but it also signals that the battle against food adulteration remains far from over.
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