Tukaram Mundhe, Maharashtra's FDA commissioner, has surpassed politicians Devendra Fadnavis and Eknath Shinde in Instagram followers and engagement, reporting 3.415 million followers and a 20.35% engagement rate versus Fadnavis's 2.902 million (0.50%) and Shinde's 1.301 million (0.24%). His viral inspection videos and strict enforcement against food adulteration and hygiene lapses have driven rapid social-media growth since August 2026.
