Maharashtra FDA Conducts 12,083 Inspections and Seizes Food Worth Rs 67.2 Crore
· India · Business Standard, Moneycontrol
The Maharashtra Food and Drug Administration conducted 12,083 inspections across the state to check for adulteration and safety violations. During these checks, authorities seized substandard and unsafe food items valued at Rs 67.2 crore. The statewide crackdown targeted manufacturing units, distribution hubs, and retail outlets to ensure consumer safety. Officials confirmed that legal action has been initiated against establishments found violating food safety standards. Further inspections are planned to maintain compliance across the state.
Why it matters
Consumers in Maharashtra are directly protected from hazardous and adulterated food products as authorities crack down on violating businesses and remove unsafe items from the market.
Read the original report — Business Standard
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