Srinagar, Aug. 22 -- The surfacing of the scandal involving rotten meat and chicken has exposed deep vulnerabilities in food safety regulation and consumer protection. In the wake of public outrage, the government has issued a detailed notice mandating strict compliance with the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) guidelines. This notice carries important implications for traders, consumers and regulators. The directive requires that all food business operators-manufacturers, processors, wholesalers, retailers, cold storage handlers, transporters, and even e-commerce platforms-adhere to the Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006. The rules now make it clear that handling, storage, packaging and labeling of raw meat and chick...