Maharashtra FDA Suspends Licenses of Three Mumbai Eateries
Food safety and hygiene violations, including improper storage and pest infestation, led to the suspension of licenses for a Domino's outlet, a catering service, and a dhaba.
Food safety and hygiene violations, including improper storage and pest infestation, led to the suspension of licenses for a Domino's outlet, a catering service, and a dhaba.
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The Maharashtra Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has suspended the licenses of three food establishments in Mumbai between October 9 and October 13 due to significant food safety and hygiene violations. The affected establishments include a Domino’s Pizza outlet in Parel, Maaz Food Parcel and Catering in Bhandup West, and Mughal Dhaba in Kurla West.
The Domino’s Pizza outlet in Parel had its license suspended on October 12 after a reinspection revealed that vegetarian and non-vegetarian food items were stored together, and chicken and paneer were prepared on the same equipment. The outlet also failed to provide required reports and maintain records.
Maaz Food Parcel and Catering in Bhandup West had its license suspended on October 13 due to a cockroach infestation in the kitchen, unclean drains, and unlabeled prepared food. Inspectors also found artificial food color and noted the use of fat spread when butter was advertised.
Mughal Dhaba in Kurla West had its registration suspended on October 9 following a complaint about stale food. Inspections uncovered clogged drains, rusted equipment, peeling paint, and improper segregation of food items. The establishment also lacked proper waste disposal and worker safety measures.
In separate actions, the FDA seized edible oil worth ₹23.35 lakh in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar and prohibited food products and a vehicle valued at ₹10 lakh in Beed district.
FAQ
What were the main reasons for the license suspensions?
The primary reasons included serious food safety and hygiene violations such as pest infestation, improper food storage, cross-contamination, and lack of proper labeling and record-keeping.
What action was taken in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar and Beed?
In Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar, suspected adulterated and misbranded edible oil worth ₹23.35 lakh was seized, and in Beed district, prohibited food products and a vehicle valued at ₹10 lakh were seized.
