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IN PHOTOS: FDA chief Tukaram Mundhe explains food safety crackdown

Updated On: 26 August, 2026 10:32 PM IST | Asif Ali Sayed

Maharashtra Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Commissioner Tukaram Mundhe played down the public attention he has received for the department's recent action against food safety violations, saying he is not a celebrity and is simply carrying out his official responsibilities. Pics/Ashish Raje

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Speaking at a Meet the Press event organised by the Mumbai Press Club on Wednesday, Mundhe said the focus should be on strengthening institutions and systems rather than individual officers. Pics/Ashish Raje
Speaking at a Meet the Press event organised by the Mumbai Press Club on Wednesday, Mundhe said the focus should be on strengthening institutions and systems rather than individual officers. Pics/Ashish Raje
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Mundhe said his priority was to create systems that continue to function effectively regardless of which officer is in charge
Mundhe said his priority was to create systems that continue to function effectively regardless of which officer is in charge
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He also highlighted the role of digital technology in ensuring that government systems remain effective even after officers complete their tenure
He also highlighted the role of digital technology in ensuring that government systems remain effective even after officers complete their tenure
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He stressed that the work being carried out by the FDA was a collective effort involving officers and staff across the department
He stressed that the work being carried out by the FDA was a collective effort involving officers and staff across the department
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Mundhe said his primary responsibility was to ensure that people in Maharashtra have access to safe food and are encouraged to adopt healthier dietary habits
Mundhe said his primary responsibility was to ensure that people in Maharashtra have access to safe food and are encouraged to adopt healthier dietary habits
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He said his only motivation as FDA Commissioner was to serve the people of the state and ensure food safety
He said his only motivation as FDA Commissioner was to serve the people of the state and ensure food safety

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