In Dharamshala, a town that loves its delicious snacks, a cautionary tale has unfolded. It turns out, the way people serve their favorite treats like jalebi and pakoras could be risky.
The problem lies in using printed paper envelopes for these snacks. Shockingly, the ink used in these envelopes contains harmful chemicals. Health experts are warning against putting these snacks directly into these envelopes, as it could lead to serious issues, even cancer.
But the story doesn’t end there. Street food vendors, trying to save money, are using these printed envelopes instead of napkins. This means that the harmful chemicals from the ink can mix with the food, causing health problems for the snack lovers.
Dr. Sushil Sharma, a wise figure in the town and the CMO of Kangra, has raised the alarm. He’s advising everyone to be careful and not be fooled by the appealing look of these printed paper envelopes. Manjeet Singh, a local health advocate, is spreading the word among shopkeepers about the risks of using these envelopes for storing food.
Assistant Commissioner Manjees Singh from the Food Safety Department is joining the cause, urging shopkeepers to avoid using printed paper envelopes. He explains that the ink from these papers can seep into the body, leading to serious diseases like cancer. The message is clear – don’t use these papers as napkins while eating.
And so, the town is learning to be mindful of how their favorite treats are wrapped. They’re choosing health over convenience, making sure to enjoy their jalebi and pakoras without the hidden dangers of printed paper envelopes.