Food safety drive in Ayodhya targets carbide-ripened fruits, teams deployed
Authorities in Ayodhya have intensified action against chemically ripened fruits as the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India conducts market inspections, collects samples, and orders stricter enforcement.Officials are targeting the illegal use of calcium carbide for ripening fruits like mangoes and bananas, citing health risks and directing departments to ensure safe food supply during peak season.