‘We need to balance business & livelihoods with public health,' says Maharashtra FDA chief Tukaram Mundhe
- Posted on September 20, 2026
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In brief
Maharashtra's FDA commissioner advocates for a balanced regulatory approach to street food vending that protects public health while preserving vendor livelihoods. The strategy emphasizes establishing regulated vending zones equipped with sanitation infrastructure, coordinated enforcement between local authorities and the FDA, and maintaining pedestrian accessibility. This framework aims to formalize informal food markets while addressing hygiene concerns without displacing workers dependent on street vending for income.
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‘We need to balance business & livelihoods with public health,' says Maharashtra FDA chief Tukaram Mundhe
Maharashtra FDA commissioner Tukaram Mundhe says India must improve street-food hygiene without hurting vendors livelihoods. He backs designated vending zones with proper sanitation and regulation, while stressing that footpaths should remain accessible to pedestrians. Mundhe says local authorities and FDA must work together to ensure safe, organised and sustainable vending.
