Tukaram Mundhe, Maharashtra's FDA commissioner, has been making waves on social media with his strict approach to food safety. His inspections have led to several popular eateries being temporarily shut down over alleged hygiene violations. Mundhe has also warned about the risks associated with unsafe cooking oil and repeatedly frying the same oil. His actions highlight the Maharashtra government's efforts to strengthen food safety checks and protect public health.

Tukaram Mundhe’s zero tolerance towards unsanitary kitchens and dark stores has won him fans – and unnerved the industry.

Tukaram Mundhe joined the IAS in August 2005. In his own words, he is “a man who walked barefoot on farm soil before walking corridors of power”.