The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) suspends the licence of Switz Foods and directs the company to immediately stop all food business activities. According to reporting, the suspension remains in effect until Switz Foods rectifies the deficiencies identified by the regulator and demonstrates compliance with applicable requirements to the satisfaction of the competent authority under the Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006.
The outlets describe concerns related to food-safety and hygiene. The Hindu states that food is being manufactured, packed and stored in unhygienic conditions, which FSSAI says poses a high risk of contamination and compromises food safety. Business Line further notes that FSSAI orders the immediate cessation of business activities while compliance issues are addressed.
Overall, the decision centers on alleged non-compliance with food-safety norms, with FSSAI taking regulatory action through suspension and requiring corrective measures before the company can resume operations.
