Maharashtra sues FSSAI in Bombay HC over inspection of dark stores

Maharashtra has petitioned the Bombay High Court against FSSAI and the Union health ministry, seeking the right for state officers to inspect centrally licensed food businesses, including quick-commerce dark stores run by Blinkit, Zepto and Instamart. The hearing is set for November 26; the state challenges FSSAI's May 12, 2023 order and the revised Rs 50 crore turnover threshold.

• Petition filed by food safety commissioner Tukaram Mundhe against FSSAI and the health ministry
• Bombay High Court hearing scheduled for November 26
• State challenges FSSAI's May 12, 2023 enforcement order
• Central licence required above Rs 50 crore turnover from March 2026