The Public Health Inspectors have intercepted a lorry distributing chilli flakes adulterated with salt and wheat flour.According to PHIs in Ambalangoda, at least 50 percent of this chilli flake stock was found to be adulterated in a report from the government analyst.Speaking on the matter, PHI Hansika Nadeesh stressed that adulteration of food items can have a harmful impact on health.Balapitiya Magistrate has ordered to destroy 368 kg of adulterated chilli powder consignment unfair for human consumption.Meanwhile, a suspect arrested over the said incident has been imposed a fine of Rs.
30,000..
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