Kozhikode civic body to overhaul Beach Food Street waste handling after hygiene audit
Kozhikode Corporation will invite bids for waste management at Beach Food Street after a joint inspection found hygiene lapses in food storage and serving.
The Kozhikode Corporation has decided to invite expressions of interest for waste management services at the Beach Food Street, following a joint inspection that revealed significant hygiene shortcomings at the popular eatery hub.
The inspection, carried out by the Food Safety department in coordination with the Corporation's Health wing, uncovered multiple violations in the way food was being stored and served at the stalls. Officials noted that these lapses posed potential health risks to the large number of visitors the street attracts daily.
While the specific nature of the violations has not been detailed, the decision to outsource waste management indicates the civic body's intent to address the systemic issues rather than rely on ad-hoc corrective measures. The move is expected to bring professional oversight to the handling of garbage and food waste generated by the numerous food vendors operating in the area.
The Corporation's action comes as part of a broader effort to ensure that the Beach Food Street, a major tourist and local attraction, adheres to public health standards. The invitation for expressions of interest is seen as the first step toward a structured and accountable waste disposal mechanism for the precinct.