The Punjab Food Authority inform infant formula manufactures to correct the labelling and to stop writing word “Milk” on infant formula products. Deadline of 25th December has been set to comply with new regulations that will be followed by strict action.
These directions were issued by PFA Director General Captain (R) Muhammad Usman during a meeting held with the office-bearers of Baby Food Manufacture Association, at his office, on Tuesday. A detailed discussion was held to ensure the implementation of the Baby Foods Regulations 2018 in Punjab.
DG Captain (R) Muhammad Usman said that it a prime responsibility of PFA to ensure the execution of food safety laws which have been passed from Punjab government. He said that PFA would not spare anyone found guilty of violating PFA rules. He said that it is a pleasure for PFA the other provinces are adopting the PFA’s rules in order to implement in their respective provinces which would be helpful for the industry. Usman further said that an unfortunate trend of breastfeeding declined steadily to low level in Pakistan. He said that PFA will start an awareness campaign on the utility of breastfeeding and will not bear personation.