Stringent Regulations Soon For Dressed Mutton, Chicken Supplies: FDA

The Jammu and Kashmir Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is set to bring stringent regulations on the supply of dressed mutton and chicken entering J&K from outside, with a specific focus on mandatory labelling and source disclosure, following public concerns over meat quality.

- Agencies

Commissioner FDA Smita Sethi, Commissioner Food and Drug Administration J&K, clarified that there was no ban on mutton or chicken supplies. She said all consignments must now strictly follow legal provisions related to labelling, hygiene, and traceability.

“We are not imposing a ban, but we are enforcing strict compliance. Whatever is brought into the valley must have proper labelling, a source of origin, processing details, and other necessary information so that customers know exactly what they are buying,” she said.