The Economic Times

Ladakh orders strict food safety checks, warns 8,800 FBOs of Rs 10 lakh penalty, jail for violations

Ladakh administration orders strict food safety crackdown on nearly 8,800 food business operators. Penalties range up to ten lakh rupees and imprisonment for serious violations. All food businesses must comply with the Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006. Inspections and food sampling will be intensified by the Food Safety Department. Businesses face significant penalties for selling unsafe, sub-standard, or misbranded food items.