Maharashtra FDA probe names Blinkit executive in expired food case

The Maharashtra Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has identified Blinkit's Dhindsa and multiple Reliance officials as part of its ongoing investigation into the handling of expired food items at a Zomato Hyperpure warehouse facility.

According to documents reviewed by investigators, a company representative identified a contractor as the designated disposal agency responsible for handling the expired products. However, FDA officials were unable to locate or verify details about this contractor through their investigation, raising questions about the legitimacy of the disposal process.

The case highlights concerns regarding supply chain management and regulatory compliance among major players in India's quick-commerce and food distribution sectors. The involvement of multiple entities suggests a complex chain of responsibility in handling food safety protocols.

The FDA's probe continues as authorities seek to establish accountability in the handling of expired food materials and determine whether proper waste disposal procedures were followed. The investigation underscores growing scrutiny of quick-commerce platforms and their logistics partners regarding food safety standards and regulatory adherence.