FSSAI seizes 3,280 tonnes of banned and non-compliant food in its festive inspection drive

7 November 2026

The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India seized 3,280 tonnes of banned and non-compliant food in a countrywide drive that began on September 1. The goods were worth ₹82 crore and included paneer, ghee, milk and sweets. About 56,431 food establishments were inspected between September 1 and November 5. The regulator cancelled 52 licences, suspended 1,133 and sealed 314 establishments. More than 10,000 improvement notices went out to food business operators. The Authority gave the figures in a social media post on Saturday