Operation Thelima 2.0: Food Safety Department conducts inspections in Kasaragod

The Food Safety Department has shut down five food establishments in Kasaragod district after inspections revealed food safety violations in units manufacturing fried snacks and other food products. The licenses of two establishments and the registration of three others were suspended.

The checks were carried out as part of Operation Thelima 2.0, a nationwide initiative to ensure food safety. Two special squads have been formed in the district to carry out checks.

The trip started at 7 am and focused mainly on food production units in Melparamba and Cherkala areas.

Kasaragod Deputy Food Safety Commissioner Sangeeth S. and Food Safety Officers Anoop Joseph, Adithyan PB, Nimisha PM, Rakhi B., Lineesha KA and Rolvin Prasanna Pera participated in the drive.

Mr. Sangeeth said legal action under the Food Safety and Standards Act would be initiated against businesses found violating food safety regulations.

Published – 27 Oct 2026 21:40 IST