New Delhi: Food Processing Industries Minister Chirag Paswan on Tuesday assured a thorough investigation into the food poisoning incident that affected around 200 people in northwest Delhi after consuming buckwheat flour (‘kuttu ka atta’) during the ongoing Navratri fasting.

Speaking on the development at a media briefing on the upcoming World Food India event here, Paswan said, “This issue does not come directly under my ministry. Definitely, it is our responsibility if such issues come, there should be an investigation. We will not compromise on the quality of the processed foods.”

The incident, which came to light early Tuesday morning, has affected residents from various areas, including Jahangirpuri, Mahendra Park, Samaypur, Bhalswa Dairy, Lal Bagh and Swaroop Nagar. The Jahangirpu

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