ISLAMABAD, Oct 31 (APP): The Islamabad Food Authority (IFA) has intensified inspections of egg stores and bakeries as part of its ongoing campaign to ensure safe and hygienic food for residents.
During a recent operation, officials destroyed 7,350 contaminated, broken, and fungus-infected eggs along with 70 kilograms of unsafe liquid, which were reportedly being used in bakery products.
The crackdown was led by Deputy Director of the Islamabad Food Authority, Dr. Tahira Siddique, who said that the eggs were found unfit for human consumption and were being used in cakes and other baked items. The inspection teams also discovered poor hygiene conditions and a lack of basic record-keeping, including missing expiry dates and production details at the storage facilities.
Dr. Siddique said that using broken or spoiled eggs violates food safety laws and poses serious health risks. “The destroyed eggs were being stored for use in bakery products, which could have led to the spread of infectious diseases,” she stated.
The deputy director confirmed that legal action is being initiated against the store owners involved in selling broken and hatchery eggs for commercial use. “Such practices are a violation of food safety regulations and will not be tolerated,” she added.
According to the Islamabad Food Authority, all food businesses are required to maintain proper records, including the source, storage, and expiry of ingredients used in production. The inspection teams found that the egg store failed to comply with these standards.
Dr. Siddique further noted that the use of rotten or fungus-infected eggs can cause serious illnesses, including food poisoning. “Our teams are conducting regular inspections across the city to identify and eliminate such unsafe practices,” she said.
The Food Authority has also warned that strict action will be taken against individuals or businesses involved in food adulteration and misrepresentation. “Those running such operations will face severe penalties, and their outlets will be sealed,” Dr. Siddique emphasized.
She added that ensuring the availability of safe food is a basic right of every citizen, and the IFA is committed to maintaining strict oversight of food outlets across the capital. “We urge the public to report any suspicious or unhygienic food businesses so that swift action can be taken,” she said.
The Islamabad Food Authority continues its daily inspection drive across all zones of the city to monitor food safety compliance and protect public health. The authority has reaffirmed its determination to take decisive action against those compromising food quality in violation of established laws.