Current Date 18 Sep, 2026

Over 3,000 raids in Maharashtra: India's Tukaram Mundhe cracks down on unhygienic food

Tukaram Mundhe, Maharashtra's food safety commissioner, has led over 3,000 raids across Mumbai and the state, suspending permits for four Domino's, one Pizza Hut and a McDonald's outlet after finding cockroaches, rats and rotting food. His high-profile crackdown, which also inspected court canteens and antiquated eateries, has forced hygiene upgrades, drawn public support and prompted legal challenges from businesses.