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News18
3 days ago
- Business
- News18
‘Fungal Growth On Food, Expired Items': FDA Suspends Zepto's License In Mumbai's Dharavi
Last Updated: The FDA stated that the suspension will remain in effect until the establishment achieves full compliance and receives clearance from the licensing authority. The food business licence of quick-commerce unicorn Zepto in Dharavi, Mumbai, has been suspended by the Maharashtra Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for non-compliance with food safety standards. Following the information received from the Minister of State for FDA, Yogen Kadam, an inspection was conducted which revealed several violations. These included fungal growth on certain food items, improper maintenance of cold storage temperatures, inadequate separation of expired and valid stock, food products stored directly on the floor, wet and dirty floors, and the storage of food items near clogged and stagnant water. According to the FDA, Kiranakart Technologies, the firm operating Zepto, violated the Food Safety and Standards Act (2006) and the Food Safety and Standards (Licensing and Registration of Food Businesses) Regulations, 2011. 'The findings constitute a failure to comply with the conditions of the licence. Accordingly, Anupamaa Balasaheb Patil, Assistant Commissioner (Food), ordered an immediate suspension under Section 32(3) of the Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006, and Regulation 2.1.8(4) of the Licensing and Registration Regulations, 2011," the FDA said in a statement. The FDA stated that the suspension will remain in effect until the establishment achieves full compliance and receives clearance from the licensing authority. There has been no official comment from Zepto. The licence remains invalid until the conditions are met.
Mint
3 days ago
- Business
- Mint
Maharashtra FDA revokes Zepto's food license in Mumbai's Dharavi
Maharashtra's food safety regulator, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), has suspended quick commerce platform Zepto's food business licence in Mumbai's Dharavi area, over reasons of non-compliance with food safety standards, reported the news portal Business Standard on Sunday, 1 June 2025. According to the report, the food safety agency found fungal growth on certain food products, improper maintenance of cold storage temperatures, and no clear separation between expired and valid items during a recent inspection. The food safety regulator also found that the food products were directly stored on wet and dirty floors, and some food items were stored in an area near some clogged and stagnant water. The food safety inspection was carried out after receiving information from the FDA Minister of Maharashtra, Yogen Kadam, according to the news portal's report. According to the news portal's report citing the authority, Kiranakart Technologies, the company which operates Zepto, was found violating the Food Safety and Standards Act (2006) and the Food Safety and Standards (Licensing and Registration of Food Businesses) Regulations, 2011. 'The findings constitute a failure to comply with the conditions of the licence. Accordingly, Anupamaa Balasaheb Patil, assistant commissioner (food), ordered an immediate suspension under Section 32(3) of the Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006, and Regulation 2.1.8(4) of the Licensing and Registration Regulations, 2011,' said Maharashtra FDA in a statement cited in the news report. The authorities also added that the suspension of food operations will remain in effect till the establishment achieves full compliance and clearance from the licensing authorities. Zepto, in response to the development, told the news portal that they are committed to 'rectifying' the 'lapses identified' and taking the necessary corrective measures to resume their operations in the region. 'We are committed to rectifying the lapses identified and strengthening our processes to provide the best and safest quality of products to our consumers. We are taking all necessary corrective measures to resume operations in accordance with regulatory obligations and applicable laws at the earliest,' the company spokesperson told the news portal. 'At Zepto, maintaining the highest standards of food safety and hygiene is non-negotiable. We have already initiated an internal review and are working closely with the concerned authorities to ensure full and swift compliance,' they said.
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Business Standard
3 days ago
- Business
- Business Standard
Maharashtra FDA revokes Zepto's food biz licence in Dharavi, Mumbai
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) authority of Maharashtra has suspended the food business licence of quick commerce unicorn Zepto in Dharavi, Mumbai, citing non-compliance with food safety standards. During an inspection, the agency observed fungal growth on certain food articles, improper maintenance of cold storage temperatures, no clear separation between expired and valid stock, food products stored directly on the ground, wet and dirty floors, and the storage of food items near clogged and stagnant water. The inspection was carried out following information received from the Minister of State for FDA Yogen Kadam. According to the authority, Kiranakart Technologies—the firm that operates Zepto—was found in violation of the Food Safety and Standards Act (2006) and the Food Safety and Standards (Licensing and Registration of Food Businesses) Regulations, 2011. 'The findings constitute a failure to comply with the conditions of the licence. Accordingly, Anupamaa Balasaheb Patil, assistant commissioner (food), ordered an immediate suspension under Section 32(3) of the Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006, and Regulation 2.1.8(4) of the Licensing and Registration Regulations, 2011,' the authority said in a statement. The suspension will remain in effect until the establishment achieves full compliance and receives clearance from the licensing authority, the FDA added. Responding to Business Standard's queries, a Zepto spokesperson said, 'At Zepto, maintaining the highest standards of food safety and hygiene is non-negotiable. We have already initiated an internal review and are working closely with the concerned authorities to ensure full and swift compliance. We are committed to rectifying the lapses identified and strengthening our processes to provide the best and safest quality of products to our consumers. We are taking all necessary corrective measures to resume operations in accordance with regulatory obligations and applicable laws at the earliest.'
Business Upturn
3 days ago
- Business
- Business Upturn
Maharashtra FDA suspends Zepto's Food Business license in Dharavi after hygiene violations
By Aman Shukla Published on June 1, 2025, 14:12 IST Zepto, the fast-growing quick-commerce platform, has had its food business license suspended at its Dharavi facility in Mumbai. The Maharashtra Food and Drug Administration (FDA) took strict action following an inspection that revealed multiple food safety violations. According to the FDA, Kiranakart Technologies (Zepto) was found violating key provisions of the Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006, and the Food Safety and Standards (Licensing and Registration of Food Businesses) Regulations, 2011. Inspectors observed fungal growth on food items and discovered that products were stored near clogged water, creating unhygienic and unsafe conditions. The FDA inspection further noted poor maintenance of cold-storage temperatures, which did not comply with regulatory guidelines. Additionally, the facility had wet and dirty floors, and raw materials and food products were stored haphazardly. Expired food products were not separated from fresh stock, increasing the risk to consumer health. The inspection was conducted based on information received from the Minister of State for FDA, Yogen Kadam. Following the findings, Anupamaa Balasaheb Patil, Assistant Commissioner (Food), ordered the immediate suspension of Zepto's food business license under Section 32(3) of the Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006, and Regulation 2.1.8(4) of the Licensing and Registration Regulations, 2011. Zepto has not yet issued an official response. The food business license will remain suspended until the company rectifies all safety and hygiene issues and complies with FDA standards. Aman Shukla is a post-graduate in mass communication . A media enthusiast who has a strong hold on communication ,content writing and copy writing. Aman is currently working as journalist at
