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25 Hotels Shut Down in Andhra Pradesh Over Food Safety Violations
✍️ The New Indian Express
🗓 27 Sep 2026, 04:32 PM
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Food safety authorities in Andhra Pradesh have closed 25 hotels across the state after finding serious violations in food handling and hygiene.
Food safety authorities in Andhra Pradesh have shut down 25 hotels across the state following a comprehensive inspection that uncovered multiple violations in food handling and hygiene practices.
The closures were announced by the state’s Food Safety and Standards Authority after inspectors found that several establishments were operating without proper licenses, using expired ingredients, and failing to maintain temperature controls for perishable items.
The affected hotels, located in various districts, will be required to rectify the identified issues before they can resume operations. The authorities have warned that any repeat violations could lead to permanent shutdowns and legal action.
The closures were announced by the state’s Food Safety and Standards Authority after inspectors found that several establishments were operating without proper licenses, using expired ingredients, and failing to maintain temperature controls for perishable items.
The affected hotels, located in various districts, will be required to rectify the identified issues before they can resume operations. The authorities have warned that any repeat violations could lead to permanent shutdowns and legal action.