FDA Suspends Licenses of Two Akola Edible Oil Units The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has suspended the licenses of two edible oil repacking units in Akola’s MIDC after investigations uncovered alleged violations and suspected adulteration of edible oil. The action was taken following inspections that revealed multiple irregularities, including the absence of proper laboratory facilities, the sale of loose oil, and potential reuse of contaminated products. On August 26, an FDA team seized 7,026.8 kilograms of edible oil valued at 11.82 lakh rupees from the two units. The first unit, which held a license for repacking edible oil, was found to have sold loose oil despite being prohibited from such practices. Authorities also noted that the establishment lacked a functional laboratory and failed to maintain updated records. Food safety officer Kishor Borchate oversaw the operation. The second unit, which was also involved in repacking, had 3,598.4 kilograms of oil—worth 5.61 lakh rupees—seized. Inspectors discovered that the laboratory at the site was outdated and lacked necessary reports. The unit was also found to be violating food safety norms by selling loose oil and failing to adhere to hygiene standards. Food safety officer Ravindra Solanke conducted the inspection. The FDA’s decision to suspend the licenses was part of broader efforts to enforce compliance with food safety regulations and prevent the circulation of substandard or adulterated products. Officials emphasized that the actions were necessary to protect consumer health and ensure transparency in the edible oil supply chain. The seized oil, which included refined soyabean oil, was sent for laboratory analysis to confirm allegations of adulteration.#food_and_drug_administration #akola #midc #kishor_borchate #ravindra_solanke
