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Hindustan Times
4 minutes ago
- Hindustan Times
Bhog scheme to be rolled out in five Shimla temples
The government has decided to implement BHOG (Blessed Hygienic Offering to God) scheme in five temples of Shimla district, including Tara Devi, Sankat Mochan, Jakhu, Hatkoti and Bhimakali Temple Sarahan. Bhog certificate is given to religious places by the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India. Its main objective is to ensure hygiene, safety and quality of prasad or food being served to devotees. (HT Representative) This decision was taken in a meeting chaired by deputy commissioner Anupam Kashyap on Tuesday. Bhandara will be prepared in the temples of the district as per the BHOG scheme being run through the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India and only after that it will be served to the devotees. Bhog certificate is given to religious places by the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India. Its main objective is to ensure hygiene, safety and quality of prasad or food being served to devotees. Under this scheme, registration and license of the temple management will be made mandatory for preparing bhandara and its distribution. The DC has directed all the temple officials to complete the formalities within a week. The DC said that providing quality bhandara to the devotees is the priority of the trust. In future, it will be prepared as per the standards set by the FSSAI. DC will keep an eye through CCTV The login of CCTV cameras installed in all the three temple premises of Shimla city will now be in DC office Shimla. The DC will himself monitor all the three temples. Identification and Registration Nodal officers are nominated by the Food Safety Department of the State/UTs, who identify the religious places. The identified religious places have to get license/registration under the FSSAI Act, 2006. This process is done through the online portal of FSSAI. The religious place is inspected by a third party agency (auditing agency) recognised by FSSAI. This inspection evaluates food safety and hygiene standards, including kitchen hygiene, storage, quality of raw materials, water arrangements, waste management training etc. The food handlers (employees) engaged in preparing and serving bhog at the religious place are trained under Food Safety Training and Certification (FOSTAC) by a training partner recognised by FSSAI. Food businesses having turnover of more than ₹12 lakh per annum are required to obtain a licence as per the procedure prescribed in the Food Safety and Standards (Licensing and Registration of Food Businesses) Regulations 2011. All the safety, hygiene and sanitation requirements as per the terms and conditions of the licence must be complied with at all times.
The Hindu
12 hours ago
- The Hindu
Circulation of banned tobacco products remains unabated across Coimbatore district
A recent incident in which a banned tobacco product was allegedly found in the bag of a school student at Karumathampatti, and subsequent seizure of 140 kg of the contraband from a grocery store has exposed easy availability of prohibited tobacco products in Coimbatore district. The contraband substance was found when bags of students were checked at a school. Based on information, the grocery store was searched by the police, resulting in the seizure. Following the incident, people from Karumathampatti raised concerns over efforts taken by the police and the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) in curbing the sale of gutkha, especially near schools. 'Like Kerala lottery tickets, which are banned in Tamil Nadu, sale of gutkha continues unabated. The flow of such products through the migrant workforce also needs to be curbed. The police should initiate stringent action against the sellers, including detention under Goondas Act,' said S. Basha, organiser of Namma Mettupalayam Social Welfare Committee. A government school teacher, who has worked in different parts of the district, claimed that use of banned tobacco products was rampant among students in higher secondary schools. 'On many occasions, teachers have informed the police after noticing usage of tobacco products that come in tiny bags, which are kept under lip or between lip and gum. Despite searches done in shops from time to time, there is no change in the situation. While most of the student users are said to be sourcing the products through their adult friends, some have been found stealing from their parents,' said the teacher on condition of anonymity. A senior police officer from Coimbatore city said that awareness activities are being conducted for students at regular intervals through Anti-Drug Clubs that are functional in all schools. On the enforcement front, shops are raided along with Food Safety Officers (FSO). Sources in the Food Safety Department said that routine work load and minimal staff strength had impacted joint drives with the police, which are conducted twice a month. The FSSAI will seal a shop for 15 days and slap a fine of ₹25,000 upon finding it selling banned tobacco products for the first time. A second offence attracts sealing of the shop for one month and a fine of ₹50,000. A third offence results in sealing of the shop for three months along with a fine of ₹1 lakh and suspension of the food safety licence.
The Hindu
14 hours ago
- The Hindu
Ministry of Ayush releases list of Ayurvedic food preparations under category of ‘Ayurveda Aahara'
Aimed at providing credible reference for the manufacture of Ayurveda Aahara products, the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) in consultation with the Ministry of Ayush, has released a list of Ayurvedic food preparations under the category of 'Ayurveda Aahara'. Ayurveda Aahara refers to food products developed in line with the holistic dietary principles of Ayurveda. These preparations emphasise balance, seasonal suitability, and using natural ingredients and herbs known for their therapeutic benefits. With rising public interest in preventive health and sustainable living, Ayurveda Aahara is increasingly recognised as a trusted nutritional choice that harmonises tradition with modern dietary habits, noted a release issued by the Ministry. Going mainstream 'This move will bring India's traditional food wisdom into the mainstream, following the introduction of the Food Safety and Standards (Ayurveda Aahara) Regulations in 2022. These regulations recognise foods based on recipes, ingredients, and processes from authoritative Ayurvedic texts, and the new list brings unprecedented clarity and confidence to consumers and businesses alike,' explained an Ayush Ministry official adding that the list, issued under Note (1) of Schedule B of the regulations, draws directly from classical Ayurvedic texts listed in Schedule A. To facilitate future additions, FSSAI has established a process for FBOs to request inclusion of additional Category A products not yet listed and such requests need supporting references from authoritative texts in Schedule A. All future updates or changes will be duly notified FSSAI. Prataprao Jadhav, Union Minister of State (I/C), Ministry of Ayush & Minister of State, Ministry of Health & Family Welfare, urged citizens to incorporate Ayurveda Aahara into their daily lives to experience its long-term health benefits. Balanced life: Minister 'These are time-tested dietary practices, rooted in India's traditional wisdom, not only nourish the body but also strengthen immunity, support digestion, and promote overall well-being. In today's fast-paced lifestyle, adopting Ayurveda Aahara is a meaningful step toward preventive healthcare and a balanced, sustainable way of living,' the Minister said. Vaidya Rajesh Kotecha, Secretary, Ministry of Ayush, stated that the release of the definitive list of Ayurveda Aahara products marks a pivotal step in aligning India's traditional knowledge systems with modern regulatory frameworks. 'This initiative not only empowers Food Business Operators with much-needed clarity but also strengthens consumer trust in Ayurveda-based nutrition,' the Secretary noted.
