FDA chief Tukaram Mundhe doubles down on loose oil ban, then does a U-turn
Maharashtra FDA commissioner declared a statewide ban on loose edible oil non-negotiable. The administration withdrew these statements an hour later, citing a meeting with the government. Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis sought a middle path to protect traditional businesses and quality. The FDA had previously stated demands to relax the ban were inconsistent with legal provisions. A restaurant's license was suspended for improper food storage and hygiene issues. Maharashtra FDA commissioner declared a statewide ban on loose edible oil non-negotiable. The administration withdrew these statements an hour later, citing a meeting with the government. Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis sought a middle path to protect traditional businesses and quality. The FDA had previously stated demands to relax the ban were inconsistent with legal provisions. A restaurant’s license was suspended for improper food storage and hygiene issues.
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