5-Stars To Hawkers: How Tukaram Mundhe Is Taking On Unhygenic Food Standards In Maharashtra

In this exclusive conversation, Maharashtra FDA Commissioner Tukaram Mundhe speaks about his mission to enforce food safety laws without fear or favour. Known for his strict administrative style, Mundhe explains why restaurants, cloud kitchens, quick commerce platforms and food businesses must follow the same standards — whether they are roadside eateries or high-end establishments. He discusses the recent crackdown on non-compliant restaurants, the importance of displaying food licences, the rule around providing potable water, and why unsafe food is not just a regulatory violation but a direct threat to public health. Mundhe also opens up on the Bhiwandi investigation involving expired food products allegedly being pushed back into the market, the action against gutka networks, and why he believes organised violations need stronger enforcement. Beyond enforcement, the interview explores his personal journey — from growing up as a farmer’s son in Beed to securing an All India Rank of 20 in the UPSC exam — and the philosophy that drives his work as a civil servant. His message is clear: growth cannot come at the cost of public health, transparency and the rule of law. Watch the full interview to understand why Tukaram Mundhe believes food safety is central to India’s public health crisis, and why compliance must become a culture rather than a fear-driven exercise. #food #maharashtra #news For more videos subscribe to our channel:    / @ndtvprofitindia   Visit NDTV Profit for more news: https://www.ndtvprofit.com/ Don't enter the stock market unaware. Read all Research Reports here: https://www.ndtvprofit.com/research-r... Follow NDTV Profit here Twitter:   / ndtvprofitindia   ,   / ndtvprofit   LinkedIn:   / ndtvprofit   Instagram:   / ndtvprofit   Facebook:   / ndtvprofit