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AICWA seeks FDA crackdown on poor food at Mumbai film sets
The All Indian Cine Workers Association has urged Maharashtra’s Food and Drug Administration to conduct surprise inspections at Film City and shooting locations across Mumbai, citing poor-quality and stale food served to…
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The All Indian Cine Workers Association has urged Maharashtra’s Food and Drug Administration to conduct surprise inspections at Film City and shooting locations across Mumbai, citing poor-quality and stale food served to crew members. In a letter to FDA Minister Narhari Zirwal and Commissioner Tukaram Munde, AICWA President Suresh Shyamlal Gupta said workers often have no alternative but to consume unhygienic food prepared in dirty temporary kitchens or transported from outside.
The association also flagged concerns over unsafe drinking water and demanded strict action, including blacklisting of producers and production houses found violating standards. “This is a serious food-safety and occupational health issue,” Gupta said, calling for zero tolerance on cost-cutting that compromises workers’ health.
The Indian Opinion
The narrative often pits workers' welfare against production costs, but the complaint is likely genuine. The industry's response will show whether self-regulation works or state intervention is needed. The FDA must act swiftly, but the real test is whether big production houses comply or continue to exploit. Watch for the number of violations reported after these checks.
Source: deccanherald.com
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