Eat Right Walkathon & Eat Right Mela held
Source: The Sangai Express / Mungchan Zimik
Ukhrul, December 09 2022:
Food Safety Administration Ukhrul under the aegis of Food Safety & Standard Authority of India (FSSAI) today organised an Eat Right Walkathon & Eat Right Mela under the theme "Eat Safe, Eat Healthy & Eat Sustainable" at Town Hall Phungreitang, Ukhrul.
The event began with a Walkathon from Mini Secretariat Complex, Hamleikhong to spread awareness on healthy lifestyle as a part of Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav.
The mela was attended by Ukhrul ADC, David Kashungnao; AC to DC, Rohini Kumar and General Manager DIC Ukhrul, Ayo as presidium members.
Speaking on the occasion, David Kashungnao urged all the food stall operators to register for FSSAI certificate.
He stated that to ensure safety & well being, everyone must learn to accept and follow the rules laid down by the Government.
Food Processing & Entrepreneurship of Ukhrul awardee and proprietor of Shirin Product, Yangmila Zimik shared her experience on how she started file business with a sum of Rs 500."FSSA certificate is a must for expansion of business and large scale marketing", she added.
Rohini Kumar and Dr Stephan also spoke on how to keep the body healthy.
Ch Sanajaoba Meitei, State food analyst, State Food Testing Laboratory gave a demonstration on common food adulteration.
As part of the event, quiz and painting competitions were also conducted.
CMO, Dr Kapingring A Shimray; Additional CEO, Gladys; Dr Yuithingla Vashum; and DPM, Rammayo Chiphang also took part in the Mela.