New Delhi, July 31: In a major step towards strengthening food quality monitoring, the government has deployed 305 Mobile Food Testing Laboratories across States and Union Territories to enhance food safety surveillance and ensure quicker detection of unsafe and sub-standard food products.
Known as Food Safety on Wheels (FSW), these mobile laboratories are equipped with rapid testing facilities that allow officials to examine food samples on-site, reducing the time required to identify adulterated or contaminated food.
The mobile testing labs play a crucial role in protecting public health by enabling regular inspections in markets, schools, food establishments, and public events. They also help authorities take timely action against food safety violations while creating greater awareness among consumers and food vendors about hygiene and quality standards.
The initiative is expected to strengthen India’s food safety framework by improving access to testing facilities, especially in remote and underserved areas where laboratory infrastructure is limited. Faster testing and surveillance will help prevent the sale of unsafe food, reduce health risks, and improve consumer confidence.
Officials said the expansion of mobile food testing laboratories reflects the government’s continued focus on building a robust food safety ecosystem through technology-driven monitoring, stronger enforcement, and public awareness, ensuring that safe and quality food reaches consumers across the country.
