Archive · 25 Jul 2026
FDA Cracks Down on Illegal Drug Trade in Maharashtra
The FDA in Maharashtra is taking strong action against illegal drug sales and unlicensed medicine shops.
They have raided several places and seized drugs worth ₹3.73 lakh.
The FDA is serious about stopping the sale of fake and illegal medicines.
They are using laws like the Drugs and Cosmetics Act and the NDPS Act to take action against those who break the rules.
The FDA says they will keep doing this to make sure people get safe medicines.
FDA conducted raids in Mumbai, Kalyan, Nagpur, Akola, and Kolhapur.
Seized drugs worth ₹3.73 lakh, including allopathic medicines, hand cleanser, and abortion pills.
Legal proceedings initiated against violators under the Drugs and Cosmetics Act and NDPS Act.
FDA Commissioner Tukaram Mundhe emphasized a zero-tolerance policy towards drug violations.
Seizures included misbranded injections, Tramadol capsules, and Ayurvedic medicines.
- Who
- Maharashtra Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
- What
- Crackdown on illegal drug trade and unlicensed medicine sales
- When
- July 21-22
- Where
- Mumbai, Kalyan, Nagpur, Akola, Kolhapur
- Why
- To enforce drug quality and prevent illegal drug trade
FDA's Strict Enforcement
Unlicensed Drug Sellers
Enforcement Actions
FDA's Strict Enforcement
FDA is intensifying crackdowns on illegal drug trade and unlicensed medicine sales.
Unlicensed Drug Sellers
Unlicensed sellers continue to operate despite raids and seizures.
Legal Proceedings
FDA's Strict Enforcement
FDA initiates legal proceedings against violators under relevant laws.
Unlicensed Drug Sellers
Unlicensed sellers face legal consequences but may continue operations.
- Location
- Mumbai, Kalyan, Nagpur, Akola, Kolhapur
- Total Seizure Value
- ₹3.73 Lakh
- Key Laws Involved
- Drugs and Cosmetics Act, 1940, NDPS Act, 1985
- Major Seizures
- Allopathic medicines, Ellot Hand Cleanser, Bacteriostatic Water for Injection, Tramadol capsules, Ayurvedic medicines, abortion drugs
- FDA Commissioner
- Tukaram Mundhe