HC ADDRESSES SAFETY CONCERNS, PLANS PILOT PROJECT FOR DAIRY ISSUES

Why in the news?

Safety concerns over milk products prompt Delhi High Court’s pilot project in a designated dairy, addressing spurious drugs and hygiene.

About Observations on Dairy Conditions:

  • The Delhi High Court expressed concern over the safety of milk products consumed by citizens, noting potential risks.
  • It highlighted issues such as the use of banned drugs like Oxytocin, cattle health, and hygiene in dairies.
  • A pilot project is proposed in Madanpur Khadar Dairy to address these concerns and improve compliance with safety standards.
  • A division bench, including Acting Chief Justice Manmohan and Justice Manmeet Pritam Singh Arora, expressed intent to take immediate action.
  • It plans to form a team involving the Delhi State Legal Services
  • Authority (DSLSA) to ensure compliance in the dairy.
  • The bench emphasised the lack of mandatory licences from various authorities and intends to address this issue promptly.
source:scribd
 

What are the powers and functions of DLSA?

Provides free and competent legal aid.

Offers counselling, legal advice, and representation in court proceedings.

Organises Lok Adalats regularly to facilitate alternative dispute resolution.

What is Oxytocin ?

Oxytocin, known as the ‘love hormone’, is secreted during sex, childbirth, and lactation.

Chemically manufactured and used in childbirth, administered via injection or nasal solution.

Banned due to misuse on milch cattle, affects cattle and humans consuming milk; vital for inducing delivery and controlling bleeding.

Associated Article : https://universalinstitutions.com/hc-acknowledges-oxytocin-use-in-delhi-dairies-and-seeks-action-against-it/