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Mumbai FDA Suspends Licenses of 3 Eateries

Flies and cockroaches found in kitchens, FDA takes action

Mumbai Alert · City Desk
Mumbai Alert · City Desk
City Desk · Mumbai Alert News · Fri, 21 August 2026 at 07:12 pm
Mumbai FDA Suspends Licenses of 3 Eateries

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has temporarily suspended the licenses of three prominent eateries in Mumbai, citing severe breaches of hygiene and food safety regulations.

The Bombay Presidency Radio Club and Khar Gymkhana are among the establishments that have been penalized for their poor waste management and pest control practices. An inspection of The Bombay Presidency Radio Club's kitchen revealed a significant infestation of flies, as well as the presence of dead cockroaches.

Similarly, a McDonald's outlet in Colaba has also had its license suspended due to a live cockroach issue in its kitchen. These findings suggest a serious disregard for food safety and hygiene protocols, which can have severe consequences for public health.

The FDA's decision to suspend the licenses of these establishments serves as a warning to other eateries in the city to prioritize hygiene and food safety. The move is expected to prompt a thorough overhaul of the kitchens and waste management systems at the affected establishments.

The Bombay Presidency Radio Club, Khar Gymkhana, and McDonald's are well-known institutions in Mumbai, and the suspension of their licenses is likely to have a significant impact on their operations. The FDA's actions demonstrate a commitment to ensuring that food establishments in the city adhere to strict hygiene and safety standards.

In recent years, the FDA has been cracking down on eateries that fail to meet food safety and hygiene regulations. This has led to an increase in inspections and penalties for establishments that are found to be non-compliant.

The suspension of licenses is a significant step, as it can result in substantial financial losses for the affected establishments. However, it also serves as a deterrent to other eateries, encouraging them to prioritize food safety and hygiene.

Mumbai residents can take comfort in the fact that the FDA is taking proactive steps to ensure that food establishments in the city are held to high standards of hygiene and safety. The suspension of licenses is a clear indication that the FDA will not tolerate any compromises on food safety and hygiene.

In the end, the FDA's actions are a reminder that food safety and hygiene are of paramount importance, and that establishments must prioritize these aspects to ensure the well-being of their customers.

Frequently asked questions

Why were the licenses of The Bombay Presidency Radio Club and Khar Gymkhana suspended?

The licenses were suspended due to poor waste management and pest control practices, including the presence of flies and dead cockroaches in the kitchen.

Which McDonald's outlet had its license suspended?

A McDonald's outlet in Colaba had its license suspended due to a live cockroach issue in its kitchen.

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