UP makes expiry dates mandatory on every egg from April 1 — no more guesswork

Published on 24 April 2026

Any egg without stamped date faces destruction or ban

Starting April 1, the Uttar Pradesh government will require expiry dates stamped on all eggs, including individual eggs and cartons. Any egg lacking the date will be destroyed or treated as unfit for consumption. The move is designed to improve food safety and accountability while tackling issues around proper egg storage across the state.

Expiry dates become mandatory on every egg in UP
Applies to both cartons and loose, individual eggs
Eggs without dates will be destroyed or deemed unfit
Rule introduced to strengthen food safety and storage accountability

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UP makes expiry dates mandatory on every egg from April 1 — no more guesswork

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