The Karnataka government has banned the use of artificial colours in foods like Gobi Machurian and cotton candy due to health concerns over poor quality. The move follows similar bans imposed by Goa, Tamil Nadu, and Puducherry last month. Health minister Dinesh Gundu Rao cited the artificial colours as harmful and warned of serious consequences. Violations could result in imprisonment for up to seven years and a fine of up to Rs 10 lakh.
With the state Congress regimes second budget slated for Friday, hotels and restaurants are pressing the government for the industry status and easing out licensing challenges. An industry status like restaurants in Gujarat and neighbouring Maharashtra enjoy, would give them benefits in property tax and electricity tariffs.
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The constant back and forth on the date of the bandh if it s September 26 or 29 has caused more confusion. Some restaurants decided to shut down for the day as a precautionary measure