Problems of Wet Markets In Tripura & Solution

Presently we are facing multiple problem from the food material movements in wet markets of Tripura.

• More stages of material movements from farmers to customers.
• More labor forces, more microbial loads.
• More storage time of materials.
• Unhygienic storing of materials.
• Local & unhygienic transportation for material movements.
• Use of dirty water to clean /wash the materials.
• Mixing of veg and non-veg items.
• Rampant use of formalin in fishes and meats.
• High use of color and wax in veggies and fruits.
• Heavy use of chemical in ripening of fruits.
• No certification for quality and hygiene maintenance.
• People are not aware about what to eat for a balanced diet plan.
• No dedicated CSGC center.

Effects of formalin in fishes and meats:

Formalin is derived from formaldehyde which is a known cancer-causing agent. It is used to preserve bodies in mortuaries. It can also increase shelf life of fresh food. While formalin can cause nausea, coughing and burning sensation in eyes, nose and throat in the short term, it can cause cancer if consumed over a long period of time.

Effects of pesticides in vegetables and fruits:

Pesticides can cause short-term adverse health effects, called acute effects, as well as chronic adverse effects that can occur months or years after exposure. Examples of acute health effects include stinging eyes, rashes, blisters, blindness, nausea, dizziness, diarrhoea, and death. Examples of known chronic effects are cancers, birth defects, reproductive harm, neurological and developmental toxicity, immune toxicity, and disruption of the endocrine system.