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Maharashtra FDA Commissioner Tukaram Mundhe denies transfer rumors, vows to continue fight against unsafe food and drugs

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Maharashtra FDA Commissioner Tukaram Mundhe denies transfer rumors, vows to continue fight against unsafe food and drugs
Photo: Maharashtra Food and Drug Administration Commissioner Tukaram Mundhe. (File Photo/PTI)

Maharashtra FDA chief Tukaram Mundhe posted on X on Monday that he has not been transferred from the FDA. "No, I have not been transferred from FDA," Mundhe wrote. "I continue to serve as Commissioner, FDA Maharashtra. Our fight against unsafe, substandard, adulterated food and spurious, substandard drugs goes on," he added. The post was made in response to reports suggesting a transfer. No further details have been released at this time.

Frequently asked questions

Has Tukaram Mundhe been transferred from the FDA?

No, he has not been transferred from the FDA.

What is Tukaram Mundhe’s current position?

He continues to serve as Commissioner, FDA Maharashtra.

What is his stance on food and drug safety?

He vows to continue the fight against unsafe, substandard, adulterated food and spurious, substandard drugs.

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