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BEST Canteen in Mumbai’s Borivali Shut Over Hygiene Violations
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What Happened?
The Maharashtra FDA has suspended the license of a BEST canteen in Borivali West due to unsanitary conditions and food safety violations. Inspections revealed multiple hygiene issues.
Key points
- The FDA suspended the license of the BEST canteen at Sai Ashram Bus Stop.
- Inspections found unhygienic kitchens, rusted utensils, and unauthorized food colors.
- Incomplete temperature records and missing medical certificates for workers were noted.
- The FDA seized approximately 35,547 kg of food stock across Maharashtra during inspections.
- The Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar division had the largest seizure of food stock.
Key insights
- This action may prompt other food establishments to improve hygiene standards.
- The FDA's inspections reflect a broader effort to enforce food safety regulations in Maharashtra.
- The seizure of large quantities of food stock indicates significant compliance issues across the state.
Why it matters
The suspension of the canteen's license highlights ongoing food safety concerns in Mumbai.
Entities
Maharashtra Food and Drug Administration· OrganizationBEST· OrganizationBorivali· LocationMumbai· City
Source
Times Now
