Adulteration social crime, display offenders' photos at intersections: Yogi

Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Wednesday termed food adulteration and the sale of fake medicines a grave public health threat and a 'social crime', warning that such acts will not be tolerated.

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Chairing a high-level review meeting of the Food Safety and Drug Administration (FSDA) department, the CM directed public identification of offenders by displaying their photos at major intersections to deter others and raise awareness.

He directed the officials to take strict and decisive action against adulterators, fake medicine traders, and anyone involved in these crimes under the state's 'zero tolerance' policy. He directed that daily consumables like oil, ghee, spices, milk and cheese should be tested, preferably at the production units.

Yogi directed the formation of special teams for intensive checks on milk and dairy products, ensuring continuous monitoring. "Besides, professional blood donors should be identified and effective control should be established in this area," he stated.

He said that public health is the state's top priority and must be handled with full transparency and commitment.