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Maharashtra FDA chief Tukaram Mundhe backs President Murmu's appeal to film stars over health endorsements
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🗓 24 Sep 2026, 02:08 AM
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Maharashtra FDA commissioner Tukaram Mundhe has voiced support for President Droupadi Murmu's appeal urging film celebrities to be cautious while endorsing health-related products.
Maharashtra Food and Drug Administration (FDA) commissioner Tukaram Mundhe has publicly backed President Droupadi Murmu's appeal to film personalities regarding health product endorsements. The President had urged celebrities to act responsibly while promoting items that can impact public health.
M Mundhe's support aligns with the FDA's broader focus on regulating misleading advertisements and ensuring that endorsements do not misguide consumers. The Maharashtra FDA has previously taken action against inappropriate promotions of health and food products.
The development underscores growing concern over celebrity endorsements of health-related goods, with authorities emphasising accountability and consumer protection. Officials believe film stars wield significant influence and their endorsements can shape public choices.
M Mundhe's support aligns with the FDA's broader focus on regulating misleading advertisements and ensuring that endorsements do not misguide consumers. The Maharashtra FDA has previously taken action against inappropriate promotions of health and food products.
The development underscores growing concern over celebrity endorsements of health-related goods, with authorities emphasising accountability and consumer protection. Officials believe film stars wield significant influence and their endorsements can shape public choices.