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Fadnavis backs Mundhe, vows FDA food‑safety crackdown will stay firm
✍️ business-standard.com
🗓 19 Aug 2026, 08:18 PM
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Deputy Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis reaffirmed his support for Mundhe and said the state FDA will continue its strict enforcement of food‑safety norms.
Deputy Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis publicly backed Mundhe, a senior official overseeing food‑safety matters, in a statement released on Monday. Fadnavis emphasized that the Maharashtra Food and Drug Administration will not ease its vigilance and will persist with rigorous inspections across the supply chain.
The leader highlighted recent actions taken against several manufacturers for violations of hygiene and labeling standards, underscoring the government's commitment to protect consumers. He urged food producers and retailers to comply fully with the regulations to avoid punitive measures.
By reiterating the FDA's crackdown, Fadnavis aimed to reassure the public that food safety remains a top priority for the state administration, especially amid rising concerns over adulterated products.
The statement also signaled that any attempts to undermine the enforcement framework will be met with swift legal action, reinforcing the state's zero‑tolerance stance on food‑related infractions.
Stakeholders in the food industry have been advised to cooperate with the FDA's ongoing audits and to implement corrective measures promptly to ensure compliance with the updated safety guidelines.
The leader highlighted recent actions taken against several manufacturers for violations of hygiene and labeling standards, underscoring the government's commitment to protect consumers. He urged food producers and retailers to comply fully with the regulations to avoid punitive measures.
By reiterating the FDA's crackdown, Fadnavis aimed to reassure the public that food safety remains a top priority for the state administration, especially amid rising concerns over adulterated products.
The statement also signaled that any attempts to undermine the enforcement framework will be met with swift legal action, reinforcing the state's zero‑tolerance stance on food‑related infractions.
Stakeholders in the food industry have been advised to cooperate with the FDA's ongoing audits and to implement corrective measures promptly to ensure compliance with the updated safety guidelines.