Indian food safety officer shakes up Mumbai as raid videos go viral
Tukaram Mundhe has led more than 3,000 raids since taking over as Maharashtra's food safety chief, winning public admiration for his crackdown on poor hygiene and unsafe food.
Mumbai's 51-year-old food safety commissioner, Tukaram Mundhe, has launched an aggressive campaign against poor hygiene and unsafe food practices in the city's commercial capital. As a state food safety commissioner, Mundhe has led over 3,000 raids since May, suspending the permits of Domino's, Pizza Hut, and various other establishments.
Mundhe's no-nonsense approach has earned him widespread public admiration, as he has tapped into deep-seated frustration with the prevalence of unsafe food. Despite facing criticism from some businesses, Mundhe remains committed to ensuring the safety of consumers. His team has found rats, expired food, and excessive pest activity during inspections, leading to the shutdown of several eateries.
Mundhe's unconventional methods, including rejecting bribes and openly sharing images of violations, have shocked many Indians and given them hope for improved food safety.
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