Maharashtra FDA Cracks Down on Adulterated Spices, Seizes Goods Worth 19.7 Crore

Maharashtra <b>FDA</b> launched a massive statewide crackdown on adulterated and unsafe spices, seizing goods worth approximately <b>19.70 crore rupees</b> between April 1 and October 29, 2026.<br><br>While festival kitchens rely on trusted brands, the administrative red tape usually wakes up only after toxic ingredients quietly land on our dining plates. Suspending 84 licenses exposes how rampant quality compromises have become right under the regulatory radar.<br><br>Consumers must double-check food safety labels because festive cravings should never come packaged with health hazards.