

Marathi IAS officer Tukaram Mundhe, the current Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Commissioner, is set to make restaurants in Maharashtra safe and hygienic again.
"Food establishments have been directed to provide safe drinking water free for customers and display notices informing them of its availability," Maharashtra FDA Commissioner Tukaram Mundhe said after reviewing the department's implementation plans.
The order also introduces stricter compliance requirements for food handlers. Employees involved in preparing and serving food will be required to undergo periodic medical examinations, obtain fitness certificates and complete Food Safety Training and Certification (FoSTaC) programmes.