Maharashtra FDA rolls out festival food safety calendar following Mundhe crackdown

Maharashtra's Food and Drug Administration has announced a calendar of planned inspections timed to major festivals, intensifying its food safety oversight. The move follows recent enforcement actions, including those against prominent figures.

The FDA strategy aims to ensure compliance with food safety standards during high-footfall festival seasons when food consumption peaks. The calendar-based approach signals a systematic inspection schedule rather than ad-hoc enforcement.

The agency's proactive planning reflects growing focus on regulating food distribution and preparation during celebrations across Maharashtra.