Staff Reporter
ISLAMABAD:The Islamabad Food Authority (IFA) has launched an operation against the use of sewage water for growing vegetables within the city and stopped vegetable cultivation on 32 kanals of land in Sector G-15 after finding that crops were being grown with sewage water.During a field inspection in Sector G-15, teams found that farmers were using contaminated water to cultivate vegetables on 32 kanals of land. The crops included radish, mint and spinach, which are commonly sold in local markets.
IFA officials immediately stopped the cultivation and destroyed the standing crops to prevent them from reaching consumers. Fines were also imposed on the individuals involved for violating food safety laws.
According to the authority, vegetables grown with sewage water pose serious risks to public health as such water contains harmful contaminants. These vegetables can enter the food chain without proper checks and may cause illness among consumers.The operation was carried out as part of routine monitoring and surveillance across Islamabad. IFA teams regularly inspect farming areas, vegetable fields and supply points to ensure that safe practices are being followed.
