Who is Tukaram Mundhe? The Maharashtra FDA Commissioner behind the raids shaking up Mumbai's iconic eateries
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Wed, 12 August 2026
1 report- livemint.com05:04first to report
IAS officer Tukaram Mundhe, who grew up helping his family farm in rural Beed, has built a reputation as one of Maharashtra's most uncompromising administrators. He has been transferred 25 times in 21 years. He is now leading food safety raids that have shut some of Mumbai's most iconic eateries.
Thu, 13 August 2026
1 report- ianslive.in08:44
Mumbai, Aug 13 (IANS) The IAS officer Tukaram Mundhe, who serves as the Commissioner of the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), Maharashtra, has restored the faith of people in the food safety system. The Federation of Western India Cine Employees (FWICE) has now raised issues of food safety on the sets of films and series to the officer.
Fri, 14 August 2026
1 report- freepressjournal.in11:49
Devoleena Bhattacharjee praised IAS officer Tukaram Mundhe for his strict action against food-safety violations in Maharashtra. Calling him an “honest officer”, she also highlighted his frequent transfers and the high price of honesty.
Tue, 18 August 2026
1 report- hindustantimes.com03:39
A man claimed that the sellers at local food stalls have improved their food quality after a crackdown by IAS officer Tukaram Mundhe. | Trending
Wed, 19 August 2026
2 reports- Times of India06:34
‘IAS Singham’ Tukaram Mundhe is back in the spotlight with his strict crackdown on food safety violations as Maharashtra FDA Commissioner. From studying at a Zilla Parishad school in Beed to securing AIR 20 in UPSC, his journey reflects a remarkable rise. With over two decades in administration and around 25 transfers, Mundhe remains a closely watched officer.
- freepressjournal.in12:53
The initiative was launched during the Independence Day programme organised in the village, where Mundhe’s photograph was unveiled. The Gram Panchayat subsequently urged villagers to place his photograph in their homes as a mark of support for his administrative approach
Mon, 24 August 2026
2 reports- asiaone.com08:09
MUMBAI — Tukaram Mundhe is an Indian bureaucrat on a mission.As a state food safety commissioner, the 51-year-old has raided food businesses in the country's commercial capital Mumbai in an unprecedented crackdown on poor hygiene and unsafe food that has captivated the public nationwide.Mundhe has led the suspension of food permits of four Domino's and one Pizza Hut outlet in...
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- South China Morning Post24 Aug, 14:45their copy
- Libération (France)16:09
Le fonctionnaire, en poste depuis mai 2026, a suspendu les permis d’exploitation de points de vente Domino’s, Pizza Hut, mais aussi de restaurants réputés. Son style offensif a conquis de nombreux Indiens, mais inquiète les commerçants.
Wed, 26 August 2026
2 reports- Times of India04:27
Tukaram Mundhe leads Maharashtra's aggressive food safety crackdown, inspecting thousands of food businesses. His teams have conducted over 3,000 raids, suspending permits and uncovering numerous violations. The campaign now targets loose edible oil sales, enforcing regulations from 2011. Traders express concern over mandatory packaging, while the FDA cites adulteration risks. The FDA seized over Rs 5 crore worth of edible oil during recent inspections.
- rediff.com14:39
'I have a vested interest -- to serve the people of Maharashtra and ensure safe food. That is my vested interest, if at all there is one.'
Sun, 6 September 2026
1 report- Times of India10:53
Maharashtra FDA Commissioner Tukaram Mundhe clarified a new food safety directive. This order aims to monitor and prevent food adulteration across all festivals. It ensures food served at gatherings is safe and compliant with existing laws. The directive establishes a year-round framework for consistent implementation. This aims to prevent illness while allowing celebrations to continue.
Mon, 7 September 2026
1 report- BBC News World23:40
Tukaram Mundhe has gone viral after a series of aggressive inspections of restaurants to detect hygiene lapses.
Tue, 8 September 2026
1 report- iDNES (Czechia)12:59
Po podlaze běhají švábi, po stěnách se vinou pavoučí sítě, v rozích hnije zelenina. A uprostřed toho všeho řádí drsný inspektor Tukaram Mundhe. Zavírá, pokutuje, odebírá licence. Indické sociální sítě ovládly záběry z kontrol nového šéfa státního úřadu pro potraviny. Tisíce inspekcí provádí i v luxusních bombajských podnicích. O to překvapivější je, co v nich nalézá.
Wed, 9 September 2026
1 report- iRozhlas (Czechia)09:40
Kontroverzní úředník Tukaram Mundhe sklízí úspěch na sociálních sítích. Díky fotkám a videím z inspekcí indických restaurací nasbíral na instagramu přes 3,8 milionu sledujících. Příspěvky, které ukazují hnijící zeleninu nebo šváby na podlaze, nepochází pouze z pouličních stánků. Pulty s jídlem napadené škůdci inspekce odhalila i v bombajském privátním klubu. Od nástupu Mundheho do funkce se kontroly v indickém státě Maháráštra výrazně zpřísnily.