Punjab Food Authority’s inaction allows unhygienic meat trade to thrive in Sangla Hill

Nankana Sahib (Daily Pakistan Online) The city of Sangla Hill and its surrounding areas have been plagued by poor sanitation in butcher shops and chicken meat markets. Despite the alarming situation, butchers continue to sell meat without proper covering, leaving it exposed to flies, mosquitoes, and other insects that spread filth and disease. The situation takes a darker turn at night, as stray dogs feed on the uncovered meat, further increasing the risk of disease transmission.

The lack of action from the Punjab Food Authority has raised questions about their effectiveness in ensuring food safety and hygiene in the province. The authority’s silence on the matter has been criticized by social, charitable, and welfare organizations, who are demanding immediate action to address the issue.
The situation is not limited to the city of Sangla Hill, as reports of poor sanitation and hygiene practices have also emerged from surrounding suburbs. In these areas, emaciated, sick, and half-dead animals are being slaughtered and sold to consumers, posing a significant risk to public health.
In light of the situation, the social, charitable, and welfare organizations are demanding that the Punjab Food Authority take immediate action to address the issue. They are calling for a ban on the sale of meat without proper covering and for stricter enforcement of food safety and hygiene regulations. The citizens of Sangla Hill and surrounding areas deserve better, and it is the responsibility of the Punjab Food Authority to ensure that they have access to safe and healthy food.