FSSAI CEO Mandates 100% Inspection of Packaged Drinking Water Units in Maharashtra
The Chief Executive Officer of the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI), has directed a 100% inspection of all Packaged Drinking Water (PDW) facilities across Maharashtra. The CEO also emphasized the critical importance of regular, bi-annual compliance checks at all PDW premises to safeguard public health and uphold the highest food safety standards. He underscored the need for consistent and effective enforcement across Maharashtra, advocating for the promotion of good hygiene practices among street food vendors, aligning with FSSAI’s “Eat Right India” movement.
India’s First International Agri Hackathon Concludes in Pune: Major Agri-Tech Push Announced
India’s first International Agri Hackathon concluded in Pune with a call to embrace technology as the future of farming. The closing ceremony saw the presence of Maharashtra Chief Minister and Union Minister for Agriculture and Farmers Welfare who underscored the critical role innovation and science must play in solving the agriculture sector’s most pressing challenges.
Center Pledges Full Support to Maharashtra’s Agricultural and Rural Development Initiatives
Union Agriculture, Farmers’ Welfare, and Rural Development Minister has assured Maharashtra of the Central government’s full support for its various agricultural and rural development schemes and initiatives. This assurance came during a review meeting held in Nagpur, attended by the Chief Minister and senior state officials.
BMC Cracks Down on Mumbai Shops for Not Displaying Marathi Signboards
Starting from Tuesday, 28th November, 2023, the BMC will take legal action against shops and establishments that fail to display Marathi signboards. In addition to prosecution, a penalty of ₹2000 per staffer per shop will be levied. The civic body has formed teams at the ward level to ensure effective enforcement. Offenders will face registration of an offense, and the BMC will report their violations to the Supreme Court.
