Egg controversy: Tanvir Sadiq expresses concern, urges govt to investigate

Srinagar, Dec 11: MLA Zadibal and the JKNC's Chief Spokesperson & Head of Communications, Tanvir Sadiq, on Thursday urged the government to investigate the reports about the presence of ‘carcinogenic’ residues in eggs.

“Deeply concerned by reports of nitrofuran and nitroimidazole residues being detected in eggs,  drugs that are strictly banned in food-producing animals because of their carcinogenic and toxic effects,” Tanvir wrote on X.

"This issue becomes even more serious because eggs are consumed heavily by children, senior citizens, and patients." Sadiq said, adding that "Doctors often prescribe eggs as a primary source of protein, making this a direct public-health risk". Sadiq stated.

Sadiq made the remarks in the backdrop of a lab report released by a YouTube channel that triggered nationwide panic after it claimed to have found traces of nitrofuran-derived compounds—substances prohibited in many countries due to their potential to damage DNA in laboratory settings—in eggs sold under the premium brand, Eggoz.

Notably, Eggoz, which markets its eggs as antibiotic-free, hygienic, and herbal-fed, quickly issued a statement asserting that its eggs remain “safe for consumption” and comply with FSSAI criteria. It also initiated additional third-party testing through a NABL-accredited laboratory as an “added reassurance.”

Tanvir Sadiq urged the Jammu and Kashmir Government to "immediately investigate" the matter.

"I urge the Hon Health Minister @sakinaitoo Sahiba and Hon. Food and Supplies Minister @satishsharmajnk Ji and their Department of Food & Supplies and Food Safety authorities to immediately investigate, conduct residue testing across markets, trace the source, and take strict action against violators. For the safety of our people, there can be no compromise. This must be treated with utmost urgency." He added.