Maharashtra Invokes MCOCA Against Gutka Makers, Widens Food Safety Crackdown Statewide

The state FDA is treating gutka production and sale as organised crime, with 700+ FIRs filed under MCOCA. A broader enforcement push targets dairy, restaurants and F&B across 11 lakh registered food business operators, raising compliance stakes for Maharashtra's consumer retail sector.

— Filed Tue, 7 Jul, 2026, 07:50 IST · Source NDTV Profit · Updated

Maharashtra FDA invoked MCOCA against Gutka manufacturers, treating production and sale as organised crime, with 700+ FIRs filed. Broader enforcement push targets dairy, restaurants, and food safety across 11 lakh registered food business operators statewide.