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Maharashtra FDA confiscates 1,900 kg of khowa imported from Gujarat in Akola
✍️ timesofindia.indiatimes.com
🗓 06 Oct 2026, 04:46 AM
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The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FDA) seized 1,900 kilograms of khowa that had been transported from Gujarat to Akola, Maharashtra, citing violations of food safety regulations.
The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FDA) carried out a raid in Akola, Maharashtra, and confiscated approximately 1,900 kilograms of khowa that had arrived from Gujarat. Officials said the product was seized under the Food Safety and Standards Act after detecting non‑compliance with prescribed standards.
According to the FDA, the khowa was being moved without the necessary licenses and failed to meet mandatory quality parameters, prompting the agency to act to protect consumers. The seized stock is being held at the FDA’s regional storage facility pending further investigation.
The agency has informed the Gujarat supplier of the seizure and warned that legal action may follow if violations are confirmed. No public health incidents have been reported so far, and the FDA continues to monitor the situation closely.
According to the FDA, the khowa was being moved without the necessary licenses and failed to meet mandatory quality parameters, prompting the agency to act to protect consumers. The seized stock is being held at the FDA’s regional storage facility pending further investigation.
The agency has informed the Gujarat supplier of the seizure and warned that legal action may follow if violations are confirmed. No public health incidents have been reported so far, and the FDA continues to monitor the situation closely.