India steps up food safety crackdown as inspections expose hygiene lapses
The enforcement drive began in the western state of Maharashtra, where inspections of food establishments have found infestations of rats and cockroaches, peeling paint, improper food storage and expired products.
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The enforcement drive began in the western state of Maharashtra, where inspections of food establishments have found infestations of rats and cockroaches, peeling paint, improper food storage and expired products.
But for affected restaurants caught breaching regulations, the crackdown can come at a substantial cost. Businesses whose licences are suspended may have to close temporarily, losing revenue while p…
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