On 3rd August 2022, FSSAI issued a press release regarding the intensive surveillance drives that started across the country on 1st August 2022, by the State/UT Food Safety Departments in a nationwide campaign to check adulteration in edible oils (single oil as a constituent), trans-fatty acids and sale of Multi-Source Edible Oils without proper labeling. The samples of packaged oils, loose edible oils, and vanaspati are being drawn and sent to NABL accredited/ Notified Food Laboratory for analysis and legal action will be taken against FBOs selling adulterated oils. This campaign will continue till 14th August 2022.
Find the press release here.
