Tukaram Mundhe Makes New York Times Front Page as India’s ‘Food Safety Rock Star’
A Maharashtra bureaucrat known for his no-nonsense approach to food safety has now found himself on one of the world s most recognised newspaper front pages Tukaram Mundhe Commissioner of the Maharashtra Food and Drug Administration FDA has been featured on the front page of The New York Times under the headline In India a Food Inspector Is a Rock Star The accompanying strap says it all Diners revere him and owners fear him Known for his strict enforcement of food safety regulations Mundhe has become a familiar name among diners and food businesses following a series of surprise inspections across Maharashtra The IAS Singham EffectMundhe who is often referred to as IAS Singham has built a reputation for taking action against establishments accused of violating food safety norms Since being appointed Maharashtra FDA commissioner earlier this year his department has carried out inspections at restaurants food outlets warehouses and
