Kodagu Food Safety Officials Inspect Hotels and Bakeries, Collect 32 Samples for Testing
Madikeri: Kodagu food safety officials issued notices to several hotels and bakeries following surprise inspections across Madikeri, Kushalnagar, Gonikoppal and Virajpet during September 2026, after receiving complaints from the public.
According to an official statement, three hotels in Madikeri were inspected following public complaints. Notices were issued to the establishments, which were also directed to maintain cleanliness.
In Kushalnagar, food safety officials collected 12 food samples for testing and issued notices to six hotels.
Meanwhile, seven hotels and bakeries were inspected in Gonikoppal and Virajpet, where notices were also issued. A total of 20 food samples were collected from the establishments for testing, including six samples originating from Kerala, the statement said.
Designated Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) official Anil Dhawan said the inspected establishments had been instructed to maintain proper hygiene and provide clean drinking water.
The hotels and bakeries were also directed to ensure the medical examination of food handlers and refrain from using artificial colours in food products.
Officials further instructed the establishments to comply with prescribed labelling requirements for food items, as part of measures to ensure food safety and hygiene.
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