BMC Headquarters Canteen Sealed by Maharashtra FDA After Fly Found in Buttermilk, Operator’s Licence Suspended (See Pics)
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) of Maharashtra has sealed the official canteen located at the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) headquarters in Mumbai following serious hygiene lapses, including a fly found in a glass of buttermilk.
The Maharashtra Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has sealed the canteen at the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) headquarters in Mumbai after inspections found multiple food safety and hygiene violations. The action followed complaints about poor food quality, including a fly found in a glass of buttermilk and a plastic thread allegedly discovered in onion fritters (bhajiyas). The FDA has also suspended the licence of the canteen operator, Kamal Caterers, for 15 days pending corrective measures.
Complaints Trigger FDA Inspection
The action came after complaints were raised over the quality of food served at the canteen located on the ground floor of the BMC headquarters annexe building. According to officials, one complaint alleged that a fly was found in a glass of buttermilk, while another reported a plastic thread in a serving of onion bhajiyas. Following the complaints, the FDA conducted an inspection of the facility and identified several food safety and hygiene deficiencies. Why Mumbai's Iconic Parsi Dairy Farm’s Licence Was Suspended by Maharashtra FDA.
Maharashtra FDA Seals BMC HQ Canteen Over Food Safety Violations
Kamal Caterers's Licence Suspended, Canteen Sealed
Based on the inspection findings, the FDA ordered the closure of the canteen and suspended the food business licence of its operator, Kamal Caterers, for 15 days. Officials said the operator will be required to rectify the identified shortcomings and comply with food safety standards before the canteen is allowed to resume operations. The suspension is intended to ensure that the necessary corrective measures are implemented.
Hygiene Lapses Found During Inspection
According to the FDA, inspectors found multiple lapses related to hygiene and food handling practices at the canteen. The regulator said these deficiencies violated provisions of food safety regulations, prompting immediate enforcement action. Authorities have directed the operator to improve sanitation, food preparation practices and overall compliance with prescribed safety norms. FDA Suspends Licences of 3 Mumbai Hotels over Serious Food Safety Violations.
Canteen Serves BMC Staff and Visitors
The canteen is situated within the BMC headquarters annexe and is regularly used by civic employees, senior officials and members of the public visiting the municipal headquarters. The closure is expected to temporarily affect food services at the premises while the operator undertakes the required improvements.
The Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006, empowers the FDA to inspect food establishments and suspend or cancel licences in cases where hygiene or food safety violations pose a risk to consumers. The latest action follows complaints regarding food served at the BMC headquarters canteen, including the reported fly found in buttermilk and plastic thread in onion bhajiyas. Officials said the canteen will remain closed until the operator addresses the deficiencies and receives clearance from the FDA.
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