The Health department in Kerala, alongside the Kochi Corporation, is planning to inspect water bottling units after detecting E. coli bacteria in drinking water samples collected during surprise checks at roadside eateries. Five samples from eateries in Kaloor, Vyttila, and Thammanam tested positive for E. coli, including one from a borewell used at an eatery. Officials expressed concern over the quality of water being served and emphasized efforts to prevent waterborne diseases through awareness campaigns. Over 60 outlets were inspected in two months as part of a joint food safety initiative involving multiple agencies. Inspections will continue three times a week ahead of festivals. Authorities are working to trace the sources of contaminated water and plan meetings with vendors.
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