Hygiene checks conducted at meat shops in Yelahanka

Bengaluru: The Bengaluru North City Corporation (BNCC) conducted an inspection of poultry and meat shops in Yelahanka to check for health, hygiene and licence compliance.

Officials visited 10 such shops and checked the validity of trade licences, health and hygiene standards, cold storage facilities, methods of meat storage and display, waste disposal systems, and health and safety measures for staff.

Some shops were also issued notices for failing to adhere to norms. “During the inspection, it was observed that some shops had not renewed their licences, lacked proper cleanliness, and were not fully complying with prescribed health standards. Necessary instructions were issued to shop owners, and notices have been served to those operating without proper documentation and in violation of regulations,” a statement from the corporation said.