Cockroaches in kitchen, ‘unsafe’ food storage: FDA suspends food licences of more Mumbai eateries
The Maharashtra Food and Drug Administration has suspended the licenses of several Mumbai eateries due to severe hygiene violations, including the presence of pests and improper food storage. This action is part of a broader statewide crackdown on food safety standards.
Why it matters
It underscores the importance of regulatory oversight in maintaining public health and safety standards within the hospitality industry.
The Maharashtra Food and Drug Administration (FDA) on Wednesday (August 19, 2026) suspended the food licences of two restaurants in Mumbai and a college canteen in Navi Mumbai over alleged violations of hygiene, storage, and food safety regulations. Authorities also seized food products worth nearly ₹13.88 lakh in Pune and Sangli.
The FDA action followed a statewide crackdown on August 18, during which 31 hotels, restaurants and dhabas were inspected. Five food licences were suspended, and improvement notices were issued to 22 establishments. Banned and other food products worth ₹25.30 lakh were seized.
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