MUSCAT : The initiative, part of ongoing efforts to ensure a safe consumer market and to verify vendors’ compliance with applicable regulations. The campaign resulted in inspections of 56 stalls and the detection of several violations.

Authorities seized two prohibited chemical substances allegedly used to accelerate the ripening of bananas, and apprehended individuals found illegally adding sugar to coconut drinks — a practice that violates food safety standards.

Additional violations included failure to clearly display price lists for consumers, resulting in 10 stalls being shut down for non-compliance with approved health and technical requirements.
Moreover, 52 wooden tables used for coconut cutting were removed due to their non-compliance with safety and public hygiene standards. The Authority affirmed that this campaign is part of a series of regulatory efforts aimed at raising awareness, curbing improper commercial practices, and ensuring the health and safety of consumers

The Consumer Protection Authority affirmed that this campaign is part of a broader regulatory effort to curb unsafe practices, raise vendor awareness, and protect public health. It also called on all vendors to adhere to the approved laws and regulations and confirmed its continued implementation of such campaigns in cooperation with relevant entities in order to safeguard the public interest.