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RAWALPINDI, Oct 12 (APP): In a stringent drive to ensure food safety and hygiene, the Punjab Food Authority (PFA) North Region conducted thorough inspections of restaurants, hotels, and popular outlets across Attock district, particularly along the bustling GT Road and Tarbela Road.
According to a PFA spokesperson, the teams meticulously inspected 10 well-known restaurants, examining cleanliness, storage practices, and overall compliance with food safety standards.
Four prominent eateries were slapped a fine of Rs 350,000 due to severely inadequate sanitation arrangements and the storage of substandard food items.
While a restaurant was immediately sealed to prevent further public health risks.
“These penalties were imposed strictly for lapses in maintaining basic hygiene protocols and improper handling of perishables,” the spokesperson emphasized, underscoring the authority’s zero-tolerance policy toward violations that could endanger consumers.
Additionally, five food points served notices, giving them a stipulated period to address deficiencies and align with regulatory requirements.
The PFA assured that follow-up inspections would be carried out to verify compliance.
For complaints or queries, dial the PFA helpline at 1223, which is available round-the-clock, the spokesman added.