Safe, quality food fundamental right of every citizen: Minister Food

KARACHI, (APP - UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News - 7th Jun, 2026) Sindh Minister for Food, Makhdoom Mehboob Uz Zaman, on Sunday said that safe and quality food is the fundamental right of every citizen and that the provincial government is taking comprehensive measures to ensure the availability of healthy and safe food for the public.

In his message on World Food Safety Day, the minister said there would be no compromise on food quality and that action against food adulteration mafias, hoarders and sellers of substandard food products would be further intensified to protect consumers from unsafe and unhealthy food items.

He said safe food is not only the foundation of a healthy society but also plays a vital role in building a strong economy. He stressed that strict compliance with food safety standards is essential at every stage of the food supply chain, including production, storage, transportation and distribution.

Mehboob Uz Zaman said the Sindh Food Department, in collaboration with relevant institutions, is actively working to monitor food quality, strengthen food safety mechanisms and safeguard public health.

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He urged citizens to promote the use of safe and quality food and immediately report any suspicious or substandard food products to the concerned authorities so that timely action can be taken.

The minister said that under the vision of Syed Murad Ali Shah, practical measures are being implemented across the province to ensure the provision of safe and quality food to the people.

He added that initiatives aimed at strengthening food security, public welfare and public health are also being pursued in line with the public service agenda of Bilawal Bhutto Zardari.

Highlighting the significance of the day, Mehboob Uz Zaman said that World Food Safety Day is observed globally on June 7 under the auspices of the United Nations to raise awareness about food safety and public health.

He said World Food Safety Day serves as an important reminder of both collective and individual responsibilities towards ensuring food safety and protecting public health.