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Assam: Worm found in ‘Maaza’ packet in Bajali district sparks food safety concerns

In a strange incident, a worm was discovered in the “Maaza” cold drink packet in the Bajali district. The discovery of a worm in a "Maaza" packet in the Kenduguri district, following a customer's purchase of a Rs 10 package from a local store, has sparked grave worries regarding food safety. After consuming half of the drink, the customer noticed something unusual inside the packet.

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PATHSALA: In a strange incident, a worm was discovered in the “Maaza” cold drink packet in the Bajali district. The discovery of a worm in a "Maaza" packet in the Kenduguri district, following a customer's purchase of a Rs 10 package from a local store, has sparked grave worries regarding food safety. After consuming half of the drink, the customer noticed something unusual inside the packet. He was astonished to see a worm emerge from the packet after pressing it. The customer immediately reported the matter to the shopkeeper, who then alerted the Food and Civil Supplies Department. The incident comes as a shock to consumers and raises questions about the production and packaging standards of the product.

Local residents are now demanding strict action and a comprehensive review of food safety protocol to prevent such occurrences in the future.

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