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Dusty Ice Cream & No License: Kollam Cinemas Cited
11 Sep
Summary
- Inspectors found dusty, uncovered ice cream in Kollam multiplexes.
- Expired milk packets were improperly stored and unlabeled.
- One multiplex operated without a required food safety license.
Food Safety authorities in Keralam recently conducted inspections at two prominent multiplexes in Kollam city, uncovering critical hygiene violations and operational lapses.
At one multiplex, severe food handling issues were observed, including open ice cream containers contaminated with dust and flies. Improper storage of vegetarian and non-vegetarian items together in freezers was also noted, alongside expired milk packets that lacked proper labeling and segregation. Management was instructed to discard compromised goods and adhere to strict food-grade containment rules.
The second multiplex faced even more serious repercussions as it was found to be operating entirely without a valid food safety license. The Food Safety department has pledged to continue rigorous inspections across commercial and entertainment hubs to curb substandard practices, encouraging consumers to report any irregularities they encounter.
