SLS Food Testing Laboratory earns NABL Accreditation

A view of the Shoolini Lifesciences Food Testing Laboratory.
A view of the Shoolini Lifesciences Food Testing Laboratory.

Excelsior Correspondent
JAMMU, Feb 19: In a significant step forward for food safety and scientific research, Shoolini Lifesciences (SLS) today received the prestigious NABL accreditation for its Food Testing Laboratory.
This achievement, granted under ISO/IEC 17025:2017 standards, underscores the lab’s pivotal role in food quality assurance, nutrition studies and scientific advancements, reinforcing India’s commitment to global food safety benchmarks.
Speaking on the occasion, Vishal Anand, Managing Director, SLS said, “Our lab brings globally accredited food and water testing facilities to the state of Himachal Pradesh. Its focus will be to assure safe and high-quality food for the region. The company intends to build a multi-parameter approach covering a range of testing parameters.”
The National Accreditation Board for Testing and Calibration Laboratories (NABL) is India’s premier accreditation body, ensuring that laboratories meet international technical competence and quality assurance benchmarks.
By earning this accreditation, SLS Food Testing Laboratory has validated its testing procedures, precision, and reliability, giving businesses, regulatory bodies, and consumers’ confidence in its results.
“This accreditation is a testament to our unwavering commitment to quality and integrity,” said Prof Dinesh Kumar, SLS Senior Advisor and Executive Director.
“It strengthens our role as a trusted partner for food manufacturers, regulatory bodies, and consumers alike,” he added.
“For our clients and stakeholders, this means enhanced trust and confidence in our lab’s capabilities. With NABL recognition, our reports carry greater credibility and acceptance, both nationally and internationally, helping food businesses comply with stringent regulations and assure consumers of safe, high-quality food,” said Suman Kumari Sinha, SLS Chief Operating Officer.
The accreditation has been awarded for multiple testing categories, including Edible Oil & Fats, Alcoholic & Non-Alcoholic Beverages, Milk & Milk Products, Spices, Herbs & Condiments, Bakery & Confectionery, Cereal & Cereal Products, Mineral, RO & Packaged Water Testing as per IS Standards, MLT studies and Pathogen Studies.
The NABL accreditation strengthens compliance with legal and regulatory standards, making SLS a preferred partner for industries requiring high-quality, validated testing services.