Yogi Adityanath Mandates Transparency in Food Safety, Says ‘Human Waste In Food Disgusting’

Lucknow: Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath ordered that the names and addresses of operators, proprietors, and managers of all food establishments be prominently displayed. This directive comes in response to alarming reports of unsanitary practices, including incidents of spitting and even allegations of urine contamination in food. 

During a high-level meeting in Lucknow, Adityanath described the presence of human waste in food as “disgusting” and called for immediate action against those found adulterating food items. The chief minister emphasized the need for thorough investigations into dhabas, restaurants, and other food outlets across the state.

Recent viral videos have brought such issues to light, including one from Saharanpur where a teenager was caught spitting on rotis, leading to the establishment’s arrest. Additionally, a juice vendor in Ghaziabad was apprehended for allegedly mixing urine into fruit juices, further highlighting the urgent need for regulatory measures.

Adityanath directed that chefs and waiters be required to wear masks and gloves while on duty, and mandated the installation of CCTV cameras in restaurants to monitor hygiene practices. He also called for comprehensive police verification of all employees in food establishments to ensure accountability.

“Such incidents are gruesome and adversely affect public health. They cannot be accepted,” Adityanath stated, underlining the need for stringent measures to uphold food purity. He urged for amendments to the Food Safety and Standards Act to strengthen regulatory frameworks.

The chief minister proposed a state-wide campaign to ensure that all food establishments adhere to these new regulations, aiming to restore public confidence in the safety of food served across Uttar Pradesh.