The recent series of the Srinagar-Jammu highway closures has led to a growing apprehension among the consumers in Kashmir regarding the safety and quality of perishable food items, particularly meat products. With truckloads of edibles being stranded during transportation, concerns have arisen over the freshness and hygiene of these essential commodities. J&K consumes a high quantity of meat products, especially chicken. Much of this poultry is transported from other states, 50,000 birds per day as per reports. In addition, dressed chicken is also supplied to Kashmir, and sold mostly to Food…
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