FSSAI held a meeting with representatives of leading five-star hotels from across the country NEW DELHI: The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has issued directions to major five-star hotels that there should be a “zero-tolerance” approach towards food safety and other violations ahead of the two-day Brics Summit in the national capital.”FSSAI issued clear directives emphasising zero tolerance for any violations,” ANI quoted sources as saying.The directions were conveyed recently at a crucial meeting convened by the food regulator with representatives of leading five-star hotels across the country, where a “zero-tolerance” approach towards violations of food safety measures was stressed ahead of the Brics Summit.“The meeting centred on evaluating current regulatory compliance, hygiene benchmarks, kitchen safety protocols and overall food safety. All major five-star properties reported strong adherence to safety norms and shared positive updates on their existing compliance frameworks,” the sources added.Ahead of the Brics Summit, the FSSAI has significantly ramped up random inspections at five-star establishments to ensure strict compliance with hygiene and food safety standards.Join conversationView All Comments →Share your thoughts in the commentsInsightfulAgreeDisagreeSkepticalConcerningPromisingWorth ReadingBig DevelopmentPost CommentBe respectful · TOI community guidelinesThe regulator’s move came days after it conducted inspections at two major hotels in Delhi’s Aerocity, where several deficiencies were found.FSSAI officials inspected the kitchens of JW Marriott and Hotel Andaz, where issues including foul smell, cockroaches and flies were reported. Complaints related to cockroaches, flies and foul odour were also recorded during the inspections.Several bread packets bearing expired stickers were found at the hotels. Around 87 kg of expired sweets were also discovered in the confectionery area and destroyed on the spot. In the pastry section, inspectors found expired cake bases, along with flies and cockroaches.The inspection continued for around two days, during which 59 deficiencies were recorded.The BRICS Summit will be held at the Bharat Mandapam convention centre in Delhi.Get the latest India News and Live updates. Download the TOI app.About the AuthorKaran ManralKaran Manral is a journalist at the Times of India. He covers politics, social issues, and international affairs, exploring stories that affect people’s everyday lives. He also writes explainers to make these stories easier for readers to follow.Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosAmid Nepal Floods, 9-12 Glacial Lakes Flagged ‘Critical’ In Himachal | IIT Mandi | Climate Change’India World’s Best Location’: Goyal Holds Key Data Centre Meet, Eyes $200 Billion InvestmentManipur Violence: Three Naga Villages Attacked, 10 Houses Torched In Fresh Kangpokpi ClashesUnion Minister Chirag Paswan Gets Death Threat From ‘Terrorists’, Office Seeks Enhanced SecurityS-400 vs Project Kusha: Why India Wants More Russian Air Defence Despite Atmanirbharta’Historic Win’: CJP Hails Supreme Court Verdict As Apex Court Quashes FIRs, Sept 5 CancelledMamata Banerjee’s Niece Found Dead In Birbhum Home, Post-Mortem Underway To Establish CauseSonia Gandhi’s ‘Belonging’ Book Row: Why Did Penguin India Drop the Publishing Deal?Centre Defers Census In Manipur Amid NRC ProtestsCash Shortage Unlocks ₹17 Crore Fake Note Mystery At PNB’s Saharanpur Currency Chest123PhotostoriesFever, body ache and cough? What you should do if flu symptoms have already started as H1N1 cases riseTop celebrity hairstylist shares 5 mistakes short-haired girls should avoid during monsoonWhy people put aluminium foil in the dishwasher: What this unusual hack is supposed to do5 things people secretly notice when they first meet a potential partnerInside the Cotswolds: 5 fascinating facts about the golden-stone region where Prince Harry and Meghan Markle may find their UK homeForgetting things too often? These everyday food combinations may support memory and brain health7 rules of IKIGAI for a healthy and happy life: The secret to why Japanese people of Okinawa Island live longer (and how to start today)9 Affordable furniture ideas that will make your room super elegantBrad Pitt and Ines de Ramon ‘trying’ for a baby? Actor reportedly wants ‘two or three’ kids amid secret wedding buzzForget the matching jewellery set: Indian brides are picking one hero piece123Hot PicksNepal floodGATE 2027 registrationSBI PO Prelims resultRam Temple CEOBihar gang-rapeAshutosh RankaSilver rate todayMP Police RecruitmentGDS recruitmentTop TrendingFaridabad Student DeathUS Iran WarSurat Techie DeathAditi PaudelWTC StandingsDisha Salian CaseIndia Post GDS RecruitmentNBA Roster UpdateTom BradyFastest Century in Cricket
NEW DELHI: The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has issued directions to major five-star hotels that there should be a “zero-tolerance” approach towards food safety and other violations ahead of the two-day Brics Summit in the national capital.“FSSAI issued clear directives emphasising zero tolerance for any violations,” ANI quoted sources as saying.The directions were conveyed recently at a crucial meeting convened by the food regulator with representatives of leading five-star hotels across the country, where a “zero-tolerance” approach towards violations of food safety measures was stressed ahead of the Brics Summit.“The meeting centred on evaluating current regulatory compliance, hygiene benchmarks, kitchen safety protocols and overall food safety. All major five-star properties reported strong adherence to safety norms and shared positive updates on their existing compliance frameworks,” the sources added.Ahead of the Brics Summit, the FSSAI has significantly ramped up random inspections at five-star establishments to ensure strict compliance with hygiene and food safety standards.
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The regulator’s move came days after it conducted inspections at two major hotels in Delhi’s Aerocity, where several deficiencies were found.FSSAI officials inspected the kitchens of JW Marriott and Hotel Andaz, where issues including foul smell, cockroaches and flies were reported. Complaints related to cockroaches, flies and foul odour were also recorded during the inspections.Several bread packets bearing expired stickers were found at the hotels. Around 87 kg of expired sweets were also discovered in the confectionery area and destroyed on the spot. In the pastry section, inspectors found expired cake bases, along with flies and cockroaches.The inspection continued for around two days, during which 59 deficiencies were recorded.The BRICS Summit will be held at the Bharat Mandapam convention centre in Delhi.
