In a disconcerting incident, a snail was found in a dosa ordered online from a hotel located in the premises of Kozhikode Medical College. The distressing incident came to light after a child, identified as Avantika from Kuttikkattoor, experienced physical weakness and was subsequently admitted to the Medical College Hospital due to food poisoning.
Avantika’s mother, Vijitha, had ordered the food through Zomato, a popular online food delivery platform. The masala dosa, purchased from New Kairali Hotel near Kozhikode Medical College, turned out to contain the unexpected presence of a snail. The ingestion of this contaminated food led to Avantika’s hospitalization.
Medical professionals treating Avantika confirmed the occurrence of food poisoning, underscoring the serious health risks associated with such incidents. In response, Vijitha expressed her intention to file a formal complaint with the police on behalf of the Medical College, addressing the alarming incident and demanding appropriate action to prevent similar occurrences in the future.
This incident serves as a stark reminder of the crucial need for strict adherence to food safety standards and the importance of robust quality control measures within the food industry in the state. It highlights the significance of consistent vigilance to ensure the well-being and safety of consumers.
The incident has ignited discussions and raised pertinent questions about the effectiveness of the Food and Safety Department in the state.
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