MUZAFFARGARH:A team of the Punjab Food Authority was allegedly attacked while disposing of adulterated milk during a checking operation on Mahmood Kot Road, saidathe spokesperson.
The team was present at a checkpoint on Mahmood Kot Road to collect milk samples when the incident occurred. During the operation, officials were disposing of adulterated milk when the alleged attackers assaulted them repeatedly with sticks, bricks and an axe.
The spokesperson said several officials sustained injuries to their heads, backs and hands during the attack. A case has been registered against the alleged perpetrators at City Police Station.
Taking serious notice of the incident, the Director General of the Punjab Food Authority directed the authorities concerned to take strict action against those involved, the spokesperson added.
The authority reiterated that its teams were carrying out inspections to check food adulteration and protect public health. The incident highlighted the risks faced by enforcement personnel while conducting field operations against those allegedly involved in selling substandard food products. Further action against the suspects will proceed in accordance with the law, it’s said.