Food safety license
Source: The Sangai Express
Imphal, July 25, 2012:
Food Commissioner (Safety) has informed the food business operators of the State to get registered under Food Safety and Standards Act 2006 (34 of 2006) and Food Safety and Standards (Licensing and Registering of Food Bushiness) Regulation 2011 at respective District Food Safety Officers within August 4 this year.
Running food business without necessary registration and license is punishable under law.
On the other hand, registered food business operators and license holders under earlier Act and Rules must also acquire fresh license before August 4. Details can be had from the Chief Medical Officers of respective districts or designated officers, said a press release.