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Food
Maharashtra FDA Cracks Down on Restaurants After Dead Mouse Found
✍️ Business Today
🗓 02 Oct 2026, 05:34 AM
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Following a complaint of a dead mouse found in a restaurant, the Maharashtra Food and Drug Administration conducted raids across the state, uncovering alleged bribery attempts by establishment owners.
The Maharashtra Food and Drug Administration launched a statewide inspection drive after a consumer reported finding a dead mouse in a restaurant dish.
Officials said the raids targeted multiple eateries in cities across Maharashtra to check hygiene standards and compliance with food safety regulations.
During the inspections, several restaurant owners were allegedly caught attempting to bribe inspectors to overlook violations, prompting further investigation.
The FDA stated that strict action will be taken against establishments found violating norms and against those involved in corrupt practices.
Officials said the raids targeted multiple eateries in cities across Maharashtra to check hygiene standards and compliance with food safety regulations.
During the inspections, several restaurant owners were allegedly caught attempting to bribe inspectors to overlook violations, prompting further investigation.
The FDA stated that strict action will be taken against establishments found violating norms and against those involved in corrupt practices.