Bengaluru, Aug. 22 -- The Government of Karnataka has prohibited the manufacture, storage, distribution and sale of Analogue / Non-Dairy Paneer being sold under the name "Paneer" across the state for a period of one year, in a major move to safeguard public health and protect consumer interests.

The Food Safety Division of the Department of Food Safety and Drug Administration of Karnataka has issued a notification in this regard.

A press note issued by the Commissioner of Food Safety and Drug Administration stated that the notification will remain in force throughout Karnataka for one year from the date of its issuance.

The order has been issued under Sections 30(2)(a), 18 and 29 of the Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006.

As per the ...