Popularity Was Never My Goal; What Matters Is Public Health: Tukaram Mundhe
Mundhe said 12,083 entities faced action as Maharashtra FDA inspections and suspensions targeted hygiene lapses, poor raw materials and untrained staff.
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Maharashtra's FDA Commissioner Tukaram Mundhe has taken action against 12,083 institutions in the state since May 2026. This powerful action of hers made him popular like a celebrity. However, Mundhe says that he does not care about popularity and that the health of the public matters most to him.
Popularity was never my goal; what matters is public health: FDA Commissioner Tukaram Mundhe
Maharashtra FDA Commissioner Tukaram Mundhe prioritizes public health over personal popularity. He has taken action against 12,083 establishments for various food safety violations. Hygiene, raw material quality, and manpower are common restaurant violations identified. Online food platforms are also considered food business operators and have faced action.
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