Dr Annuar: Food safety must remain priority at Ramadan bazaar

SIBU (March 2): This year’s Ramadan bazaar at Dataran Tun Tuanku Bujang Phase 2 continues to draw strong visitor turnout, with traders reporting encouraging sales and steady demand throughout the fasting month.

Deputy Minister of Education, Innovation and Talent Development Sarawak and Nangka assemblyman Datuk Dr Annuar Rapaee said many traders expressed satisfaction with their business sales performance during his recent walkabout at the bazaar.

“Alhamdulillah, the response this year is very encouraging. Most traders told me they are satisfied with their earnings. I am grateful because this helps generate income for them during Ramadan,” he said.

Dr Annuar, however, reminded traders to uphold strict hygiene standards, stressing that food safety must remain a top priority in a high-traffic setting.

He noted that the council’s QR-code complaint system has already received several submissions from visitors.

The Ministry of Health (MoH) has also placed its own QR codes at various locations around the bazaar to streamline public feedback.

“To all visitors, if you encounter issues with cleanliness or food quality, I encourage you to use the QR code provided. This helps ensure traders maintain proper standards,” he said.

He added that the relevant authorities would liaise with the MoH to determine whether further action or advisory measures are required, depending on the nature of complaints received.

With visitor numbers expected to rise as Ramadan enters its peak weeks, Dr Annuar urged all food handlers to remain vigilant and ensure their preparation and storage practices comply fully with safety guidelines.