A shocking incident in Ludhiana’s Giaspura area has triggered a food safety investigation after a dead lizard was discovered in a ‘chocobar’ ice cream consumed by a child. The contaminated product was purchased from a roadside vendor on Sunday, and the seven-year-old, who had already partially eaten the ice cream, was rushed to a nearby clinic. Thankfully, he was reported to be in stable condition.
Reacting swiftly, District Health Officer Dr. Amarjit Kaur dispatched a dedicated food safety team to trace the source of the tainted ice cream. Their investigation led to the inspection of the manufacturing facility responsible for supplying the vendor.
“Our team conducted a thorough inspection of the ice-cream manufacturing premises and observed significant hygiene lapses,” said Dr. Kaur. She confirmed that a sample of the product was collected for further testing and a challan was issued under the Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006, due to unsanitary production conditions.
The incident has sparked renewed concerns about hygiene standards in small-scale ice cream manufacturing units and the safety risks associated with informal distribution channels. It also highlights the importance of stringent oversight in maintaining quality and safety in the ice cream franchise sector.
As consumers become more conscious of hygiene and transparency, such incidents could impact not only local producers but also perceptions around ice cream franchise opportunities. Maintaining trust through compliance with food safety norms is essential for the sustained success of both traditional and emerging ice cream brands.
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