Coir Kranti Express to arrive in Mangalore

November 9, 2013

Mangalore, Nov 9: In order to promote coir products all over the country, Coir Kranti Express, a cross-country road show of coir products, will arrive in Mangalore on Tuesday, said member of Central Coir Board T M Shahid, at a press conference here on Saturday.

He told reporters that the mobile exhibition, which was flagged off in Kanyakumari on November 5, would arrive in the city and begin the Karnataka leg of its journey from Mangalore. It will be flagged off by district-in-charge minister from Town Hall here at 9.30 a.m. on Tuesday. The programme will be attended by MLAs, MPs, Deputy Commissioner and other dignitaries, he said.

The road show will then visit various spots in Mangalore and proceed towards Udupi district via Suratkal. Aimed at boosting domestic sales of coir, the road show and mobile exhibition will showcase varied coir products including handicrafts, along with an audio-visual show and an art exhibition to familiarise coir products among people, he said.

The road show is scheduled to reach New Delhi on November 25, after traversing several states including Goa and Maharashtra. The valedictory ceremony of the coir show will be held in the presence of President of India Pranab Mukherjee. An international workshop will be held in Vigyan Bhavan in Delhi on November 25, and national workshop at Chetanalaya on November 26 and 27. A workshop of women empowerment in coir industry will be held on November 28 at the same venue, he said.

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Warning! Cancer-causing chemicals found in bakery products, especially cakes in Karnataka

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October 3,2024

Bengaluru: The Karnataka Food Safety and Quality Department has issued an urgent warning following the discovery of potentially cancer-causing chemicals in cakes sold by certain bakeries across the state.

Recent tests conducted by the department revealed that some cake samples, particularly those with vibrant colors, contain harmful synthetic coloring agents such as Allura Red, a substance known to pose health risks. The findings have raised concerns about the use of artificial colors in bakery products, especially given their potential link to cancer and other serious health conditions.

"We routinely test various food products, and this time, our officials noticed unusually dark-colored cakes on the market," said Srinivas K, Commissioner of Food Safety for Karnataka. "Upon testing, we found that a few cakes contained Allura Red, a synthetic dye associated with health risks."

The use of artificial colors, especially in popular cakes like red velvet and pineapple varieties, is widespread as it attracts customers, particularly children. However, many bakers prefer using natural, safer alternatives, while some opt for synthetic dyes to enhance the cake's visual appeal.

"Most bakeries use permissible, natural colors that are safe for consumption. Unfortunately, a few are resorting to synthetic dyes just to make their cakes more attractive," said a bakery owner from Electronic City, speaking anonymously.

Medical experts are warning that consuming synthetic colors can lead to numerous health issues, including asthma and allergic reactions.

"Some of these artificial dyes are carcinogenic, and prolonged exposure could have serious consequences, especially for children and young adults," cautioned Dr. Vandana G, a private medical practitioner.

While the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) confirms that only a limited number of samples tested positive for harmful colors, legal action is being taken against the violators.

"There is no need for widespread panic or halting production. We are closely monitoring the situation, and only a few bakeries were found to be non-compliant. Rest assured, appropriate legal measures are underway," assured an FSSAI official.

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