Maharashtra FDA Seizes Rs 18.95 Crore Edible Oil; Why Are 7 Pune Businesses Facing Action?
Pune, 30th October 2026: The Maharashtra Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has seized edible oil worth approximately ₹18.95 crore and suspended 80 food business licences during a statewide inspection drive.
Between April 1 and October 29, officials conducted 1,089 inspections and collected 1,660 samples for laboratory analysis. The drive covered manufacturers, repackers, relabellers, wholesalers and retailers across the state’s seven divisions.
The FDA said it seized approximately 28,753 quintals of edible oil statewide. The Pune division accounted for the largest quantity, at 19,551.83 quintals. The division covers several districts, including Pune, Sangli, Solapur, Kolhapur and Satara.
Establishments in Pune district
Of the 22 establishments whose licences were suspended in Pune division, the FDA listed the following seven in Pune district:
Meera Agro Oil Industries — Ambethan, Chakan, Khed
Laxmi Enterprises — Ale, Junnar
Godse and Sons — S. B. Patil Road, Ravet
Sameer Enterprises — MIDC, Baramati
Paraj Traders — Market Yard, Pune
Sant Tukaram Oil Mill — Dehu, Haveli
Sanch Farms Pvt. Ltd. — Jambe, Mulshi
The FDA’s note did not specify the reason for suspension in each individual case. It listed general grounds including the sale of oil from reused tins or unlabelled containers, suspected adulteration or substandard quality, unhygienic conditions and labelling violations.
The administration advised consumers to buy edible oil from licensed or registered sellers in sealed, properly labelled packs. It also urged buyers to check the manufacturer’s details, FSSAI licence number, batch number and best-before or expiry date.
Complaints about food quality or suspected malpractice can be made to the FDA’s toll-free number, 1800-222-365.
