In a surprise inspection, officials of Food Safety Administration suspended the food registration of Patel Fast Food after expired cold drinks and spices were found stored for sale at the establishment. The outlet, located near Sai Hospital in Vijaynagar, was inspected by the food safety team as part of routine monitoring of food establishments in the city. Food Safety Officer Devendra Kumar Dubey informed that during the inspection, expired cold drinks and spices for sale were found stored at the outlet.

 

The team also observed that food items were being prepared in extremely unhygienic and unsanitary conditions. Following the violations, the establishment’s food registration was suspended with immediate effect under Section 31 of the Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006. Officials clarified that during the suspension period, the outlet has been completely prohibited from carrying out any food business activities until further orders. Food safety authorities said such inspections will continue to ensure hygiene standards and protect consumer health in the city.