PHIs seize adulterated chilli flakes consignment

INSUBCONTINENT EXCLUSIVE:
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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