Ensuring Food Safety During India's Festive Season
Ensuring Food Safety During India's Festive Season
Global · Published Nov 10, 2026
• Learn how the FSSAI safeguards food safety during India's festive season through inspections, licence cancellations, and enforcement actions.

FSSAI's Nationwide Inspection Drive

To combat food adulteration during the festive season, the FSSAI conducted a nationwide inspection drive from September 1 to November 5. During this period, the regulator inspected 56,431 food establishments across India. Rigorous checks led to the seizure of 3,280 tonnes of banned and non-compliant food products worth ₹82 crore. Items such as paneer, ghee, milk, and sweets were among the seized products.

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