Amazon case: Why did Bombay High Court say Tukaram Mundhe-led FDA was ‘killing a mosquito with a sword’?
The Bombay High Court criticised the Maharashtra FDA for excessive actions against an Amazon warehouse, urging a more measured approach. The court questioned the appropriateness of shutting down businesses for regulatory violations, highlighting procedural concerns during an ongoing appeal.
The Bombay High Court recently criticized the Maharashtra Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for their aggressive approach in taking action against an Amazon Retail India warehouse. Acting Chief Justice Ravindra Ghuge and Justice Gautam Ankhad expressed concern that the FDA was using excessive force to address minor regulatory violations.
The court questioned whether shutting down commercial establishments was the appropriate response to such issues. The FDA, under the leadership of Tukaram Mundhe, has been actively raiding various food businesses following his appointment in May. Amazon Retail India had approached the court after the FDA conducted a raid on their Bhiwandi warehouse, alleging the presence of expired food products.
The court emphasized the importance of following proper procedures, stating that no actions could be taken during an appeal period. The FDA's actions led to the cancellation of the warehouse's licence and the suspension of the food safety licence.
Written by urgent.news from Live Mint's reporting — not their text. Machine-written — may contain errors; check the original before relying on it.
