Concerns Raised Over Packaged Drinking Water Quality in Kathmandu
Summary
Concerns have been raised over the quality and hygiene of packaged drinking water jars in Kathmandu, with several industries failing to meet minimum standards and posing health risks to consumers.
Key Points
- Many packaged drinking water jars in Kathmandu are found to be leaking, dirty, or contaminated, raising concerns over drinking water safety.
- The Department of Food Technology and Quality Control conducted inspections revealing poor sanitation and non-compliance with food safety laws in several water industries.
- Transportation and handling of jars also pose health risks due to unhygienic practices by workers.
- The Nepal Water Industry Federation and consumer activists call for strict enforcement of standards, destruction of old jars, and stronger government action to ensure water safety.
