Food safety check in Goa: 3 government canteens told to stop operations
The FDA team inspected four units, including three government-office canteens and a private restaurant
- Aug 27, 2026,
- Updated Aug 27, 2026 6:25 PM IST
Three canteens serving government offices in Goa have been ordered to stop operations after a Food and Drug Administration (FDA) inspection found serious structural deficiencies and poor kitchen hygiene.
The action followed a surveillance drive at canteens and eateries operating in and around office establishments in Porvorim, North Goa, Health Minister Vishwajit Rane said on Thursday.
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The FDA team inspected four units, including three government-office canteens and a private restaurant. Rane shared photos showing food quality and infrastructure at some of the establishments.
"Three units were directed to stop operations after serious structural deficiencies and poor kitchen hygiene were observed," Rane said in a post on X. "Compliance will be verified before operations are permitted to resume."
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Statewide Food Safety Drive
Rane said the FDA will now conduct a special drive covering canteens operating in government and private institutions across Goa. He urged canteen contractors to strictly follow food safety and hygiene standards.
"Ensuring safe and hygienic food for every Goan remains our priority," Rane said. "Safe food cannot be compromised, and our vigilance will continue."
Three canteens serving government offices in Goa have been ordered to stop operations after a Food and Drug Administration (FDA) inspection found serious structural deficiencies and poor kitchen hygiene.
The action followed a surveillance drive at canteens and eateries operating in and around office establishments in Porvorim, North Goa, Health Minister Vishwajit Rane said on Thursday.
Must Watch: Maharashtra FDA Crackdown: 5 MCA-Linked Eateries Among 9 Licences Suspended
The FDA team inspected four units, including three government-office canteens and a private restaurant. Rane shared photos showing food quality and infrastructure at some of the establishments.
"Three units were directed to stop operations after serious structural deficiencies and poor kitchen hygiene were observed," Rane said in a post on X. "Compliance will be verified before operations are permitted to resume."
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Statewide Food Safety Drive
Rane said the FDA will now conduct a special drive covering canteens operating in government and private institutions across Goa. He urged canteen contractors to strictly follow food safety and hygiene standards.
"Ensuring safe and hygienic food for every Goan remains our priority," Rane said. "Safe food cannot be compromised, and our vigilance will continue."