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300kg Sweets Seized Over Reused Syrup
23 Aug
Summary
- Approximately 300kg of sweets were destroyed due to reused syrup.
- A food premises in New Gurnam Nagar was raided for hygiene violations.
- Samples were collected for lab analysis to check food safety standards.
On Saturday, August 22, 2026, food safety authorities conducted a raid at a sweet preparation premises located in New Gurnam Nagar on Jassian Road. Approximately 300kg of assorted sweets were seized and subsequently destroyed. This action was prompted by allegations that the operator was procuring and reusing sugar syrup from various sweet shops for fresh batches.
The raid, directed by civil surgeon Dr. Ramandeep Kaur, is part of a broader enforcement initiative targeting unsafe food practices. During the inspection, the team identified significantly unhygienic conditions, leading to the issuance of a challan on the spot.
In addition to the seizure and destruction of sweets, three samples were collected from the premises. These samples have been sent for laboratory analysis to determine their compliance with established food safety standards. The results of these tests will guide further legal proceedings against the food business operator.
District health officer Dr. Ashish Chawla emphasized the department's commitment to taking stringent action against any food business operators found compromising food quality and safety. He urged all operators to strictly adhere to prescribed hygiene, sanitation, and safe food-handling practices. Consumers are advised to purchase food products only from licensed and hygienic establishments.
