Kerala Launches Eateries Inspection as Disease Cases Climb
Kerala is ramping up inspections of dining establishments following a surge in infectious diseases, with officials emphasizing adherence to cleanliness standards. Eateries found violating food safety regulations risk losing their licenses, as per recent directives issued by the state government.
Devdiscourse News Desk | Thiruvananthapuram | Updated: 28-05-2026 16:07 IST | Created: 28-05-2026 16:07 IST
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In response to increasing cases of infectious diseases, Kerala has initiated a comprehensive inspection of eateries across the state. The move aims to uphold hygiene standards in dining establishments, as declared by Health Minister K Muraleedharan on Thursday.
The Health Minister stated that the Food Safety Department has been instructed to conduct surprise checks at various eateries. These checks are critical to ensuring compliance with food safety norms. Establishments found in violation could face license cancellations, emphasizing the government's stringent stance on public health and safety.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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