Rumors of Donkey Meat in Islamabad were banished by DC Irfan Memon

In an era where viral disinformation can spread quicker than facts, Islamabad has recently been at the center of an eerie food scandal. Panic gripped social media last week as unverified lists identifying local restaurants that had allegedly served donkey meat were widely shared. But now, Deputy Commissioner Irfan Memon has put the record straight no Islamabad restaurant is connected to the donkey meat scandal, and the viral lists are entirely fabricated.

Illegal Slaughterhouse Busted in Sangjani

The misunderstanding arose from a recent raid on an unlawful slaughterhouse in the Sangjani area of Islamabad. The authorities found a distressing operation that included more than 1,000 kilograms of donkey meat and over 40 live donkeys. The secret plant, reportedly owned by a faction with a foreign national, had been operational for not more than two weeks when it was intercepted.

All the meat recovered on the premises was destroyed in situ to avoid any possible distribution. The people who were caught in the illegal act were arrested for further inquiry.

No Connection to Restaurants, Confirms DC Islamabad

Even with the shocking revelation, DC Irfan Memon was quick to point out that there is no indication that this meat ever came into the food supply of the city not into food chains or restaurants at all. In his official report, the DC assured that no restaurants have been implicated following extensive inspections.

“All the viral lists identifying restaurants are false and misleading, ” asserted Memon. “We have done everything to provide the public’s food safety. Surprise inspections are being held regularly even in late hours.”

While the controversy made its way around the internet, alarm spread like wildfire. Social media users were quick to fingerprint at well-known restaurants based on unverified lists. These lists turned out to be totally unfounded, without any backup evidence from any official check or body.

Food safety authorities call for the public to keep calm and only turn to reliable sources like the Islamabad Capital Territory (ICT) administration or the Pakistan Food Authority for information.

The Ongoing Crackdown and Assurance Measures

To ensure public confidence is regained, officials in the city have further stepped up efforts to control meat supply chains within Islamabad. Regular and impromptu food inspections are being undertaken at both upscale and traditional food establishments. Suspicious activities or quality issues are being dealt with speedily, with penalties for offenders.

Residents are also being urged to report any strange food quality or hygiene-related concerns directly to food safety helplines and complaint web pages established by the ICT.

Authorities have shown surveillance skills

While the mere notion of such a scandal is disturbing, it’s essential that public reaction is informed by fact rather than fear. Authorities have shown their surveillance skills in cracking the illegal abattoir, and their rapid, open response has avoided possible harm.

This case reminds us of the value of responsible sharing of information particularly in a virtual age where unsubstantiated claims can do actual harm.

The Islamabad donkey meat rumors are an example of how information gets distorted in a serious issue. Due to prompt action by local authorities, the situation is still under control, and no restaurant in Islamabad has been found serving donkey meat. Citizens are requested to remain vigilant but not panic and always confirm facts before propagating them.

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