FSSAI seizes food products worth 81.80 crore rupees and suspends 1,133 licences during a nationwide inspection drive

The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) executed a nationwide inspection drive covering 56,431 establishments between September 1 and November 5. During these operations, the regulatory body seized 3,279.57 metric tonnes of food products with an estimated value of 81.80 crore rupees, suspended 1,133 licences, cancelled 52 licences, sealed 314 establishments, and launched 410 prosecutions for food safety violations.

Regulatory enforcement drives aim to curb adulteration and ensure compliance with hygiene and safety standards mandated under food laws. Businesses found operating without proper standards or adulterated stocks face immediate administrative penalties, licence suspensions, and legal proceedings that disrupt commercial operations. Food business operators should audit their processing units, storage facilities, and product labelling standards immediately to ensure total adherence to FSSAI guidelines.

Maintain up-to-date hygiene records and verify that all operational licences remain active and prominently displayed. Bottom line: Strict adherence to FSSAI norms protects food businesses from costly inventory seizures, licence suspensions, and criminal prosecutions.