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Western Railway says Mumbai station food stalls monitored for hygiene
Western Railway has said that food stalls at its Mumbai stations are regularly monitored for routine hygiene, cleanliness and maintenance. The statement was issued to confirm that proper standards are being maintained across all food outlets on the network.
The assurance comes after periodic checks are carried out to ensure compliance with health and safety norms. Western Railway did not specify any recent violations or action taken against specific vendors.
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The Railways runs thousands of food stalls at stations nationwide under licensing agreements, but enforcement of hygiene rules has been inconsistent. Past audits by the Comptroller and Auditor General and food safety officials have found stalls operating without valid licences or in unsanitary conditions. Western Railway's statement appears aimed at reassuring commuters without disclosing inspection frequency or penalty data. The real test will be whether the next surprise inspection by the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India produces a compliance report that matches this official claim.
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