Question : BANNED FOOD ITEMS



(a) whether there are any food items which are banned to be sold on the platform as per existing norms;

(b) if so, the details thereof;

(c) whether any complaint has been received to Bhusawal Division regarding selling of such banned food items on the platform stalls;

(d) if so, the details thereof and the action taken by the Railways in this regard; and

(e) the details of authority responsible to ensure the quality and hygienic conditions of these food stalls?

Answer given by the minister


MINISTER OF THE STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF RAILWAYS (SHRI K. H. MUNIYAPPA)

(a) and (b): Yes, Madam. Tobacco products, alcoholic drinks viz. Wine, Beer, etc. and Beef and Pork or any other items prohibited by Law, shall not be used in any form, in any food items.

(c): No, Madam.

(d): Does not arise.

(e): Railway officials from Commercial and Health departments are responsible to ensure the quality and hygiene of food which is sold through catering stalls at stations.