Assam: FSSAI set up new microbiology laboratory, 17 mobile food testing labs

GUWAHATI: In a major step towards enhancing the food testing infrastructure across Assam, the Food Safety Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has established one new microbiology laboratory at State Public Health Laboratory, Bamunimaidam in Guwahati.

In addition,17 mobile food testing laboratories, known as Food Safety on Wheels (FSWs), have been provided to Assam in a stride towards ensuring food safety to the last mile.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi virtually inaugurated the microbiology laboratory and FSW on Sunday

The microbiology laboratory will play a pivotal role in safeguarding food safety by detecting various microorganisms, including pathogens in food products. Meanwhile, the FSWs, equipped with cutting-edge facilities and expert staff, will not only enhance testing capabilities but also deliver essential training to strengthen food safety practices.

Also Read: Assam: Assembly to take up Bill on magical healing tomorrow

Furthermore, they will create awareness among the public by reaching the farthest corners of the state.

The establishment of 1 Microbiology Lab and 17 FSWs in Assam comes with a total project cost of Rs 13.11 crores.

Also Read: Assam: Gauhati University workshop discusses impact of Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana on women

In a function organized at Baminumaidam, state health minister Keshab Mahanta expressed gratitude to Prime Minister Modi and Union health minister Mansukh Mandaviya for setting up the lab in the state.

Guwahati MP Queen Ojah, state health commissioner P Ashok Babu, National Health Mission (NHM), Assam mission director MS Laxmipriya, and state secretary for health and family welfare Barnalaai Sarma were also present at the function.