AMC Fines Beekay Bakers on CG Road After Insects Found in Nankhatai Ahmedabad: The Amdavad Municipal Corporation (AMC) has fined Beekay Bakers ₹25,000 on CG Road after a customer reported finding insects in nankhatai (cookies) purchased from the shop. Following the complaint, AMC health department officials inspected the bakery’s premises and identified several hygiene violations. The civic body issued a notice to the establishment and imposed the penalty. Food samples, including nankhatai, coconut macaroons, and almond coconut biscuits, were collected from the bakery and sent for laboratory testing. During the inspection, officials noted multiple lapses in food safety protocols, which led to the fine. The incident highlights ongoing concerns about hygiene standards in local food businesses. The AMC’s action follows a broader food safety drive conducted across the city between March 23 and March 26. During this campaign, 229 food establishments were inspected, resulting in 85 notices being issued to operators violating health and safety regulations. As part of the drive, 64 Total Plate Count (TPC) tests were conducted to assess food quality. Authorities collected 127 food samples for analysis, covering a range of items such as sugarcane juice, milk and dairy products, bakery goods, pani puri and masala items, namkeen, gram flour and wheat flour, edible oils, spices, and other food products. The testing aimed to ensure compliance with hygiene standards and prevent the sale of contaminated or substandard food. The campaign also led to the seizure and destruction of 144 kg of inedible food items and 138 litres of liquids deemed unfit for consumption. A total penalty of ₹1.78 lakh was collected from violators during the drive.#ahmedabad #amc #beekay_bakers #nankhatai #cg_road
Gujarat: Bakery on CG Road Fined Rs 25,000 for Insects in Nankhatai Ahmedabad: The routine of a bakery on CG Road was abruptly interrupted on Thursday after a local customer allegedly discovered insects on nankhatai, a popular sweet. This unsettling find led to a complaint being filed with the Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation (AMC). Health department officials conducted an inspection and identified several hygiene violations, resulting in a formal notice and a penalty of Rs 25,000 imposed on the establishment. Samples of nankhatai, coconut macaroon, and almond coconut biscuits from Beekay Bakers were collected and sent to a food laboratory for testing. This action coincided with a citywide enforcement drive carried out by the AMC health department from March 23 to March 26. During these four days, 229 food units across various neighborhoods in Ahmedabad were inspected. The campaign led to the issuance of 85 notices, the destruction of 144 kilograms of inedible food, and the disposal of 138 liters of unfit liquids. Additionally, 127 food samples were gathered from these units for further laboratory analysis. The incident highlights ongoing efforts by local authorities to enforce food safety standards. The AMC’s broader initiative aimed to address hygiene concerns across the city, with inspections targeting both small vendors and larger establishments. The fine against Beekay Bakers underscores the severity of violations related to food safety, particularly the presence of contaminants like insects in baked goods. The case also reflects the growing emphasis on consumer protection and the role of municipal bodies in ensuring public health. While the bakery faces immediate penalties, the laboratory results will determine if further action is required.#ahmedabad_municipal_corporation #beekay_bakers #nankhatai #amc_health_department #food_safety_enforcement
