Karnataka Cracks Down on Colored Cotton Candy and Gobi Manchurian Amid Health Concerns – Find Out Why!
Karnataka Government Cracks Down on Sale of Colored Cotton Candy and Gobi Manchurian Due to Carcinogenic Chemicals
In a move to safeguard public health, the Karnataka government has taken a firm stand against the sale of colored cotton candy and artificially colored gobi manchurian. Recent samples of these popular food items were found to contain carcinogenic chemicals, prompting the government to crack down on their sale.
While there is no total ban on these items, strict punishments will be imposed on violators to ensure compliance with the ban. The government plans to conduct awareness campaigns and regular checks to enforce the ban effectively.
It’s worth noting that non-colored cotton candy is still permitted for sale in Karnataka. The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) discovered harmful artificial chemicals in samples of cotton candy and gobi manchurian in Bengaluru, raising concerns about the health hazards posed by these toxic substances.
Health Minister Dinesh Gundu Rao is set to disclose further details in a press conference, shedding light on the findings and the government’s course of action. There is also a growing demand to ban other dishes, such as kabab, that contain artificial colors and chemicals like Malachite green.
This crackdown is not isolated to Karnataka alone. Tamil Nadu and Puducherry have already banned colored candies that contain the cancer-causing Rhodamine-B. In Mapusa, Goa, gobi manchurian has been banned for its use of synthetic colors and dubious quality sauces.
Hoteliers have suggested using natural alternatives like beetroot and turmeric for coloring food items instead of synthetic colors. The Karnataka government is focusing on regulating the quality of food items rather than imposing blanket bans, with strict measures being taken to enforce the ban on colored cotton candy and gobi manchurian sales.
The health department has conducted tests on samples and found carcinogenic chemicals, leading to the crackdown on their sale. The overarching aim of the Karnataka government is to protect public health by banning harmful food items that contain artificial colors and chemicals, highlighting the importance of food safety and regulation in the state.
