A video of sand adulteration in salt available at Uttarakhand's government ration shops has gone viral, raising questions about health and quality. The Chief Minister, taking note of the seriousness of the matter, has ordered an investigation.
Dehradun: A video of sand being found in iodized salt distributed at government ration shops in Uttarakhand is rapidly going viral on social media. The video clearly shows sand-like particles present inside the packet. This salt also bears the pictures of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami.
Local residents have stated that this is not only dangerous for health but also a betrayal of trust for the poor population. Rajendra Negi and Aarti Bisht, residents of Chamba, Tehri, purchased salt from a government ration shop and upon pouring it into a bowl, clearly visible sand particles were present.
Video of Adulteration in Government Salt Goes Viral
Following the emergence of this video on social media, people are accusing the government of playing with health. Questions are being raised about why such adulteration is happening in government salt. Many users have termed it a serious matter and demanded an investigation.
Local citizens have stated that this salt, available at an affordable rate, should be safe for the common man. The presence of sand not only affects the taste of food but can also prove detrimental to health.
Official Confirms Investigation
Tehri District Food Supply Officer Manoj Kumar Dobhal has stated that an investigation will be conducted, considering the seriousness of the matter. He explained that the salt distributed under the Chief Minister's Salt Nutrition Scheme is fortified. This process is carried out entirely according to standard regulations and includes essential nutrients.
However, in view of the gravity of the news regarding sand being found in the salt, the official has ordered an investigation by a competent authority to examine the quality of the salt.
Chief Minister Orders Investigation
News of sand being found in the salt reached Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami, who, taking the matter seriously, has ordered an immediate investigation. He has asked officials to ensure that only pure and safe salt is distributed to the public.
The government salt packets feature photographs of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami. The government's objective is to provide iodized salt at affordable rates for the poor and middle class. This incident has highlighted the need for serious dialogue between the administration and the public.
