Kathua: ADM imposes ₹5.35 lac fine on erring traders for violations under FSS Act, 2006

Violations includes selling misbranded and substandard food items_

Kathua:  In a noteworthy development, Ranjeet Singh, the Adjudicating Officer and Additional District Magistrate of Kathua, has taken robust measures against Food Business Operators (FBOs) for violating the Food Safety and Standards Act-2006. The Court imposed a substantial fine of Rs 5.35 lakh on multiple manufacturers, wholesale dealers, and retailers across Bani, Basohli, and Kathua blocks—marking the highest recorded penalties in the district.

The fines were issued in response to contraventions of the provisions of the Food Safety and Standards Act-2006 by traders in the specified areas. 

Emphasizing the significance of complying with legal regulations in the food industry, the ADM, acting as the Adjudicating Officer, issued stern warnings to erring FBOs. He urged them to adhere to the Food Safety and Standards Act and its associated rules, cautioning that future non-compliance would result in more severe consequences.

Under the FSS Act-2006, the Adjudicating Officer directed the Concerned Enforcement Agency to take decisive action against the violators. This directive aims to ensure the delivery of wholesome and safe food to consumers through rigorous enforcement of the regulatory framework.

The imposition of substantial fines serves as a deterrent, reinforcing the authorities' commitment to ensuring the safety and well-being of consumers in the district.