LAHORE: The Punjab Food Authority (PFA) has fined 11 out of 16 inspected food outlets a total of Rs520,000 during a large-scale operation in Lahore.
During the crackdown, PFA teams seized and discarded 200 litres of adulterated milk from a supplier vehicle. The operation, supervised by the Additional Director General, targeted popular food brands located on MM Alam Road, G-1 Market Johar Town, and Lake City.
According to PFA officials, the action was taken after repeated violations of earlier warnings and failure to maintain hygiene and proper records.
DG PFA Muhammad Asim Javaid said the inspection teams found extremely poor cleanliness, including dirty freezers, improper storage of meat and dairy items, use of unfiltered water, and insect infestation in food areas.
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He added that several workers were handling food without medical fitness and training certificates. The DG also said the milk being transported to Lahore failed quality tests and did not meet required standards.
He stressed that surprise inspections are being conducted equally across all outlets, regardless of their size or brand name.
