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Expired Food Found in Delhi 5-Star Hotels
26 Aug
Summary
- Two five-star hotels in Delhi received notices for serious violations.
- Expired food, pests, and poor sanitation were found in hotel kitchens.
- Over 87 kg of expired sweets and other items were seized.
The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has issued notices to two five-star hotels in Delhi, JW Marriott and Andaz at Aerocity, due to significant food safety and hygiene concerns. These establishments are facing scrutiny for issues including the presence of active cockroaches near freezers, improper food storage, and poor sanitation standards.
Inspections uncovered a total of 59 deficiencies across the hotels. At the Andaz hotel, officials found approximately 87 kg of expired sweets, an expired cake base, and bread packets. Other issues identified included inadequate temperature monitoring, inadequate pest control, and moldy produce, highlighting serious lapses in maintaining food safety standards. Both hotels have been directed by FSSAI to implement immediate corrective measures and submit a compliance report.
