Thiruvananthapuram: In a leaked meeting chaired by Minister Veena George, it was decided that mayonnaise using green eggs should not be allowed. It has been decided to use vegetable mayonnaise or pasteurized egg mayonnaise in the state.
The decision was taken in a meeting chaired by Minister Veena George with representatives of organizations in the hotel, restaurant, bakery, street vendors and catering sectors. Everyone agreed with this suggestion as it was dangerous to keep mayonnaise for too long.
The minister said that food security should be ensured for health care. When giving food parcels, a sticker should be affixed stating the amount of food and the time within which it should be consumed. After that time the food should not be eaten. All establishments must obtain registration or license. All establishments must cooperate in the hygiene rating implemented by the Food Safety Department. The minister said that this is also a place to present the institutions that are working well by ensuring cleanliness.
All establishments must display the Food Safety Department’s toll-free number. Employees must obtain medical fitness certificate. All must be trained by the Department of Food Safety. No matter the establishment is small or big, cleanliness is very important.
Organizational representatives assured cooperation in the field of food security. Organizations will form their own teams to inspect, rectify deficiencies and ensure cleanliness. Principal Secretary of Health Department and Commissioner of Food Safety attended the meeting.