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Grease Traps in Hotels and Eateries to Follow New Mandatory Cleaning Norms
✍️ The Times of India
🗓 26 Oct 2026, 07:37 AM
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The government has announced that hotels and eateries across India must adhere to compulsory cleaning standards for grease traps, aiming to improve hygiene in food‑service establishments.
The Times of India reports that a new regulatory framework will require all hotels and eateries to clean their grease traps according to mandatory standards.
The directive is intended to curb health hazards associated with the buildup of fats, oils and greases in commercial kitchens, which can lead to foul odors, blockages and fire risks.
Authorities have indicated that compliance will be monitored through routine inspections, and establishments that fail to meet the prescribed cleaning schedule may face penalties.
Industry observers expect the rule to raise overall sanitation levels and protect consumers, while also prompting operators to adopt systematic maintenance practices.
The directive is intended to curb health hazards associated with the buildup of fats, oils and greases in commercial kitchens, which can lead to foul odors, blockages and fire risks.
Authorities have indicated that compliance will be monitored through routine inspections, and establishments that fail to meet the prescribed cleaning schedule may face penalties.
Industry observers expect the rule to raise overall sanitation levels and protect consumers, while also prompting operators to adopt systematic maintenance practices.