JOLLANG, 4 Sep: The All India Consumer Welfare Council's (AICWC) Papum Pare and ICR unit organised a consumer rights and food safety awareness programme at the Upper Primary Middle School here recently.

The programme was attended by AICWC unit president Techi Son, AICWC unit general secretary Kholi Tahi, and AICWC president Sambhu Siongju, among others.

During the programme, Papum Pare Food Safety Officer Milli Ossen enlightened the students and teachers about the rights and duties of consumers; how to check adulteration in food items; importance of checking MRP, manufacturing date and expiry date; food safety and hygiene in schools; and how to lodge complaints in the consumer forum.

The food safety officer also explained the role of the Food Safety Cell and how to report unsafe food.

Speaking on the occasion, Siongju called upon students to be aware consumers and to spread awareness in their families.

More than 150 students and teachers attended the programme with great enthusiasm.