Food Safety Wing of Mokokchung Zone in collaboration with Longleng Town Council conducted a comprehensive Food Safety Training and Certification programme on April 25.
Longleng, April 26 (MExN): The Food Safety Wing (FSW) of Mokokchung Zone in collaboration with Longleng Town Council conducted a comprehensive Food Safety Training and Certification (FoSTaC) programme led by an FSSAI-empanelled trainer.
The training aimed at enhancing awareness and practices related to food safety among food business operators, vendors, and other stakeholders in the District at DC conference hall Longleng, on April 25 for food handlers under Longleng District.
Y Shingli Phom, PA to DC Longleng in his short speech highlighted the importance of food safety in the district. He called to ensure that the food, citizens consume is safe, hygienic, and free from contamination is not only a matter of public health but also of public trust.
Speaking at the event, trainer, Anup Kumar Tewari (National Master Trainer & Lead Assessor) emphasized the role of informed food handlers in preventing food borne illnesses and promoting public health.
Sukumlo Yanthan, FSO, CMO Mokokchung reiterated their commitment to conducting regular outreach programs to ensure safe food practices in Mokokchung and surrounding areas.
The training covered topics including hygiene practices, food safety regulations, proper food handling, and the importance of maintaining cleanliness in food establishments. Participants were awarded certificates upon completion, under the guidelines of the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI).
As part of the initiative, the FSW team also organised a live demonstration on common food adulterants, educating attendees on how to identify adulterated food items using simple household techniques. The demonstration drew significant attention and engagement from the participants, further reinforcing the importance of food safety in daily life.
The participants for the training were from eateries, fish and poultry food Business owners and vendors under Longleng District.
