Chandigarh, March 18 -- The Punjab State and Chandigarh (UT) Human Rights Commission (PSHRC) has recommended establishing an independent food testing laboratory in Chandigarh and directed authorities to intensify vigilance over the quality of milk and related products sold in the city.

The commission took suo motu cognisance of a media report which highlighted alarming findings regarding the quality of milk and paneer in the Union Territory. According to the report, nearly one out of every three samples tested in Chandigarh over the past three years failed to meet quality standards. It further stated that 19 out of 36 samples tested during 2024-25 were found to be non-conforming, raising serious public health concerns.

The PSHRC also di...