Food license applicants urged to use online system directly

The Maharashtra Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has urged Food Business Operators (FBOs) and other applicants seeking food licenses in the state to apply directly through the authorised online system and avoid agents or intermediaries claiming to facilitate approvals. The advisory follows instances of individuals and establishments allegedly posing as authorised representatives of the FDA and demanding money from applicants by misusing the names of government officials or employees. Read More