SRINAGAR, OCTOBER 2024 Jammu Kashmir Bans Unsafe Frozen & Chilled Meat | Official Order. In a significant move to safeguard public health, the Jammu and Kashmir administration has imposed a comprehensive ban on the manufacture, storage, distribution, transportation, and sale of frozen and chilled meat products that fail to meet food safety standards.
Key Details of the Ban:Jammu Kashmir Bans Sale of Unsafe Frozen & Chilled Meat Products
Immediate Prohibition Enforced:
- Complete restriction on unsafe frozen and chilled meat products
- Action follows inspections by Food Safety Wing
- Rotten, decomposed, and unlabelled meat seized and destroyed
- Order remains effective until further notice
Violations Found During Inspection:
- Missing batch numbers and expiry dates
- No manufacturer details or FSSAI license numbers
- Absence of proper storage instructions
- Unlabelled meat products across multiple locations
New Mandatory Standards for Meat Products:
Temperature Requirements:
- Frozen meat: Must be stored at -18°C or below
- Chilled meat: Must be maintained at 0–4°C
Labeling Regulations:
- Clear mention of “date of freezing” mandatory
- Species identification required (goat, buffalo, chicken)
- Maximum 12-month shelf life from freezing date
- E-commerce deliveries: Minimum 30% shelf life or 45 days remaining
Documentation Compliance:
- Calibrated temperature monitors mandatory
- Proper transport records required
- Storage facility documentation essential
Official Statement:
The Food Safety Commissioner emphasized that this decisive action was necessary to protect public health and prevent unsafe practices in the meat trade industry across Jammu and Kashmir.
Legal Framework:
The ban operates under the Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006, with strict enforcement measures against violators to ensure complete compliance with food safety protocols