J&K Food Safety Alert: Ban on Synthetic Food Colours in Wazwan & Ready-to-Eat Meats

J&K Food Safety Alert: Ban on Synthetic Food Colours in Wazwan & Ready-to-Eat Meats

Safe Food Now: J&K FDA Bans Synthetic Colours in Wazwan & Ready-to-Eat Foods By: Javid Amin | Srinagar | 08 Aug 2025 Why This Matters Now In early August 2025, following alarming lab reports, Jammu & Kashmir’s Food and Drug Control Organisation (DFCO) issued a bold prohibition on synthetic food colours in beloved dishes—particularly Wazwan, biryani, kebabs, pickles, and other ready-to-eat meats. This urgent step reflects a growing concern for public health in Kashmir’s vibrant culinary scene. Behind the Ban: Test Findings & Legal Backdrop The ban was triggered by…

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