1 week ago

Bhopal Mall Eateries Fined After Fungus-Laced Food Found

Officials in Bhopal inspected food businesses inside Bansal One Mall.

They said some food had fungus on it.

They also found expired cold drinks.

Vegetarian and non-vegetarian foods were stored together in some refrigerators.

This can allow germs to spread between foods.

Some kitchens were dirty and poorly maintained.

The restaurants were told to improve their safety practices.

Several businesses were fined nearly ₹1 lakh in total.

Officials will decide whether more action is needed after testing the samples.

Key facts

Inspection authority: Bhopal Municipal Corporation’s municipal mobile court, with Food Safety Department officials
Inspection site: Restaurants and bars at Bansal One Mall
Reported food issue: Officials allegedly found fungus-laced food at Ivory Restaurant and Flying Saucer
Other violations: Expired cold drinks, dirty kitchens, and vegetarian and non-vegetarian food stored together
Penalties: Nearly ₹1 lakh collected in fines
Samples: Food and beverage samples were collected for laboratory examination
Possible next steps: Further action may follow laboratory reports, and inspections may expand to other commercial establishments

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