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Notices issued to 30 wayside eateries in Kochi after inspection finds unhygienic conditions

The health wing of the Kochi Corporation issued notices to approximately 30 wayside eateries following an inspection that uncovered unhygienic conditions. The inspections were conducted jointly by the district Health department, Kochi Corporation, and the Food Safety department. Two eateries were ordered to close immediately due to severe violations. Health officials noted that none of the inspected outlets used boiled water for cooking or food preparation, and some operated in unsanitary conditions. Officials emphasized the importance of adhering to hygiene standards to prevent the spread of疾

People at a wayside eatery in Kochi on June 18, 2026.

| Photo Credit: THULASI KAKKAT

The health wing of the Kochi Corporation served notices to around 30 wayside eateries that were found to be functioning under unhygienic conditions.

The action followed a joint inspection drive by the district Health department, Kochi Corporation and the Food Safety department at food outlets across the city. Two outlets were asked to down their shutters.

Corporation Health Officer G. Krishnakumar said inspections found that many outlets were using untreated tap water for cooking and food preparation. “None of the outlets inspected was using boiled water. Some were also operating in unhygienic conditions. We have shut down the outlets where serious violations were detected,” added Mr. Krishnakumar.

“Apart from this special drive, the Health department conducts routine inspections at eateries across the city, both randomly and in response to complaints,” said Mr. Krishnakumar.

District Medical Officer R. Shahirsha said regular inspections would continue. “With diarrhoeal diseases, including Shigella infection, being reported from various parts of the State, those involved in the preparation and distribution of food must strictly adhere to hygiene standards. People should consume only boiled drinking water and ensure that it is boiled for at least 20 minutes,” added Dr. Shahirsha.

Published - June 19, 2026 01:02 am IST

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Source document: Corporation Health Officer G. Krishnakumar

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The HinduIndependentCenter3 days ago
Notices issued to 30 wayside eateries in Kochi after inspection finds unhygienic conditions

The health wing of the Kochi Corporation issued notices to approximately 30 wayside eateries following an inspection that uncovered unhygienic conditions. The inspections were conducted jointly by the district Health department, Kochi Corporation, and the Food Safety department. Two eateries were ordered to close immediately due to severe violations. Health officials noted that none of the inspected outlets used boiled water for cooking or food preparation, and some operated in unsanitary conditions. Officials emphasized the importance of adhering to hygiene standards to prevent the spread of疾

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