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Mumbai Restaurant Shut Over Fungal Veggies
28 Jul
Summary
- Fungal growth found on stored raw vegetables like drumsticks and bananas.
- Raw contaminated items stored with cooked and frozen food, posing health risks.
- Restaurant operated without proper hygiene, drains, and food handler checks.
The Maharashtra Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has suspended the FSSAI license of Poornima Restaurant, a well-known Udupi restaurant in Mumbai's Fort area. The suspension was issued with immediate effect following an inspection on July 23. This action was taken due to multiple significant violations of food safety and hygiene regulations.
The inspection revealed serious issues, including fungal growth on raw vegetables such as drumsticks and bananas. Contaminated raw materials were found stored alongside cooked and frozen food items. The FDA also noted the presence of flies, stagnant water, dirty drains, and unhygienic walls and ceilings.
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