12 Tons of Expired Medicines and Substandard Food Burned in Parwan

Officials in Parwan province destroyed 12 tons of expired medicines and substandard food items during a coordinated public health operation. The confiscated materials were gathered over a six-month period from pharmacies and retail shops located in the provincial center and various surrounding districts.

Dr. Niaz Mohammad Mukhlis, head of the provincial Public Health Directorate, confirmed the destruction and detailed the potential dangers of using expired or low-quality products. He cautioned that consuming such items could result in severe health complications and advised the public to carefully check manufacturing and expiration dates before making purchases. Officials further stated that legal proceedings will be initiated against vendors and distributors found violating health and safety regulations.

The collected items were deemed unfit for human consumption or medical use after thorough inspections by provincial health inspectors. The recent destruction follows a broader campaign to enforce quality standards across local markets. Separately, the provincial Department of Industry and Commerce recently conducted its own operation, burning an additional 12 tons of expired and substandard food products.

Health authorities reiterated that routine inspections of medical and commercial facilities will continue to safeguard community well-being. Citizens are advised to direct any concerns regarding product quality to relevant provincial departments for further investigation.