Food Adulterators to Face MCOCA Action, Says FDA Minister Narhari Zirwal During a discussion in the Legislative Council, Food & Drug Administration Minister Narhari Zirwal announced that strict measures, including legal action under the Maharashtra Control of Organised Crime Act (MCOCA), will be taken against individuals involved in food adulteration. The minister highlighted the findings of recent raids conducted by the Food and Drug Administration in Vasai and Andheri, where 14 individuals were implicated in cases related to milk adulteration. The government is currently working to extradite four of these individuals. Zirwal emphasized the government’s commitment to enhancing food safety by expanding inspection drives across the state. He stated that the initiative aims to address systemic issues in the food supply chain and ensure compliance with safety standards. The minister also mentioned that special vigilance is being maintained over milk supplies entering major cities like Mumbai, particularly from external sources. The discussion was initiated by Legislative Council member Dr. Manisha Kayande, who raised concerns about food adulteration and its impact on public health. Other members, including Bhai Jagtap, Anil Parab, Amol Mitkari, and Kripal Tumane, contributed by asking supplementary questions about the enforcement mechanisms and resource allocation. Zirwal confirmed that the Food and Drug Administration is increasing its manpower, with a proposal for recruitment submitted to the Finance Department. Recently, 197 employees have been recruited, trained, and appointed to strengthen the department’s capacity.#mumbai #narendra_modi #food_and_drug_administration #maharashtra_control_of_organised_crime_act #dr_manisha_kayande
