Maharashtra FDA Seizes Edible Oil Worth ₹18.95 Crore, Suspends 80 Food Business Licences
Mumbai, October 30, 2026: In a major crackdown on adulterated and substandard edible oil, the Maharashtra Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has seized 28,753 quintals of edible oil worth Rs 18.95 crore and suspended 80 food business licences across the state between April 1 and October 29, 2026. The FDA conducted 1,089 inspections across its seven divisions and collected 1,660 samples of edible…
The Maharashtra Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has ramped up its food safety crackdown ahead of the upcoming Diwali festivities. Since the start of the drive, the FDA has carried out 1,057 inspections, seizing 11,963 quintals of spices and spice-based products valued at Rs 19.69 crore. Maharashtra FDA Commissioner Tukaram Mundhe announced that the department will be taking action against food products and raw materials available in the market to ensure compliance with safety standards during the holiday season.
Of the actions taken, 94 establishments had their licenses suspended, while 557 improvement notices were issued to food business operators for not meeting compliance requirements. The enforcement efforts have so far concentrated on warehouses and manufacturing units, but the FDA plans to expand inspections to retail shops and other commercial establishments selling food products.
The FDA chief highlighted the potential health risks posed by expired and substandard food items, particularly noting the rise in illnesses during the festive season.
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