FSSAI seizes 3,280 tonne food items, cancels 52 licences in nationwide inspection drive
The regulator said it inspected 56,431 food establishments during its nationwide enforcement drive between September 1 and November 5, and seized non-compliant food products, including paneer, ghee, milk and sweets
The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) conducted a nationwide inspection drive from September 1 to November 5 to combat adulteration during the festive season. During this operation, the regulator seized 3,280.57 tonnes of banned and non-compliant food items, valued at ₹81.80 crore. The drive involved inspecting 56,431 food establishments across states and union territories, resulting in the seizure of a variety of products including paneer, ghee, milk, and sweets.
As a consequence of the inspection, FSSAI cancelled 52 licences, suspended 1,133 licences, and sealed 314 establishments. Additionally, the regulator issued 10,047 improvement notices to food business operators. The FSSAI is also proposing a draft amendment to the Food Safety and Standards (Prohibition and Restrictions on Sales) Regulations, 2026, which aims to ensure that only milk-derived products are represented as 'Paneer'.
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