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Food
Maharashtra FDA suspends licences of Zepto Bhandup and Brijwasi Malad, seizes Rs 1.44 crore of banned food items
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🗓 13 Oct 2026, 03:46 AM
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The Maharashtra Food and Drug Administration has withdrawn licences of Zepto’s Bhandup outlet and Brijwasi’s Malad outlet, and confiscated food products worth Rs 1.44 crore that are prohibited under state regulations.
The Maharashtra Food and Drug Administration (FDA) carried out a coordinated raid across the state, targeting two popular food retailers. Licences of Zepto’s outlet in Bhandup and Brijwasi’s outlet in Malad were suspended following the discovery of prohibited food items.
During the operation, FDA officials seized food products that are barred under state food safety rules, with the total value of the confiscated goods estimated at Rs 1.44 crore. The seized items are being held for further examination and disposal as per legal procedures.
The enforcement action underscores the state’s heightened vigilance against the sale of unsafe or non‑compliant food products. The FDA has urged consumers to remain cautious and verify the authenticity of food items before purchase.
No further details on the specific nature of the banned items were released, and the affected businesses have not issued public statements as of now.
The FDA continues to monitor compliance across Maharashtra’s food retail sector, emphasizing that violations will attract strict penalties, including licence suspension and seizure of illegal goods.
During the operation, FDA officials seized food products that are barred under state food safety rules, with the total value of the confiscated goods estimated at Rs 1.44 crore. The seized items are being held for further examination and disposal as per legal procedures.
The enforcement action underscores the state’s heightened vigilance against the sale of unsafe or non‑compliant food products. The FDA has urged consumers to remain cautious and verify the authenticity of food items before purchase.
No further details on the specific nature of the banned items were released, and the affected businesses have not issued public statements as of now.
The FDA continues to monitor compliance across Maharashtra’s food retail sector, emphasizing that violations will attract strict penalties, including licence suspension and seizure of illegal goods.