Srinagar, Oct. 18 -- Minister for Agriculture Production, Rural Development & Panchayati Raj, Cooperative and Election Departments, Javid Ahmad Dar on Saturday said the government will soon introduce a law to prohibit the use of artificial colouring on fruits, saying the practice is damaging Kashmir's fruit industry, consumer health and market credibility.
Speaking to reporters in Baramulla, Minister Dar, as per the news agency said artificial colouring has become a serious concern. "Colouring is affecting our fruit business across markets. Buyers in Delhi, Jammu and Kolkata have complained about it. We will be soon drafting a law to stop its use completely," he said.
Minister said the government is also finalizing the creation of a dedic...