Panaji, Nov. 11 -- Health Minister Vishwajit Rane has warned that restaurants found procuring chicken and meat from illegal suppliers could face stringent action, including cancellation of licences and seizure proceedings.

Rane said the Food and Drugs Administration (FDA) is investigating allegations that improperly transported and unhygienically stored chicken and meat are being supplied to restaurants across Goa, raising concerns over food safety and public health.

He has directed FDA officials in both North and South Goa to identify establishments allegedly purchasing such products and trace the suppliers responsible for their distribution.

The Minister further instructed officials to inspect suspicious consignments, seize unsafe pr...