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Alarming findings extend beyond bottled water, with the Department of Health also revealing that an amazing 60 percent of the samples of proven green peas were insecure for consumption.
Of 296 proven samples in Karnataka, it was discovered that the 95 samples were insecure. (Image: Shuttersock)
A significant number of mineral water bottles of the main brands, including Bailley, Signature, Apollo Aqua and Himalaya, have failed the quality controls carried out by the Karnataka Health Department. Of 296 proven samples throughout the state, it was discovered that the 95 samples are insecure, while 88 additional samples were considered deficient depending on chemical and microbiological reports.
Alarming findings extend beyond bottled water, with the Department of Health also revealing that an amazing 60 percent of the samples of proven green peas were insecure for consumption. Of the 115 samples of green peas collected, they were discovered that 69 were adulterated with artificial coloring agents.
The Department of Health has promised to take strict measures against wandering companies. In statements to the media, Karnataka Health Minister, Donsh Gundu Rao, expressed a serious concern about the findings. “We have tried a significant number of mineral water samples, and the results are deeply worrisome. 95 samples have been found insecure, and another 88 are deficient. This is unacceptable when it comes to a basic need such as drinking water,” he said more.
In addition, he added: “The brands involved include the main national players such as Bailley, Signature, Apollo Aqua and Himalaya. We will cease the operations of the specific lots that have been insecure, but we on stage.
Regarding the samples of insecure green peas, the minister highlighted the seriousness of the problem. “The fact that 60 percent of green peas samples are not safe due to the use of artificial coloring agents is another serious finding. This is a direct threat to public health,” he said.
The Minister of Health said that the department would be intense with an evaluation of food and drugs throughout the state. “We will draw legal samples and send them for more exhaustive evaluations. We will not hesitate to present cases against companies, regardless of whether they are local or national brands. Public health is our top priority,” Hey said.
The Health Department has urged consumers to know the risks involved in the purchase of packaged water, a special road vendors.
“While the results of other input evaluations are yet to come, these initial findings are a call call. We urge the public to be attentive when buying packaged water, especially of unsecured sources,” warned Minister Gundu Rao.
The Karnataka Health Department is also proactively testing Ghee and Paneer samples.
