AMC seals Ahmedabad snack unit, seizes 1,010 kg over food safety violations
Synopsis
Ahmedabad's civic body sealed a farsan unit at Danilimda after inspectors found non-permitted colours in snacks, repeated reuse of frying oil, workers without protective gear, and FSSAI labelling violations — seizing 1,010 kg of maida, peanuts, sev, and farsi puri. The action is part of an intensifying AMC inspection drive that food businesses across the city should expect to continue through the festive season.
Key Takeaways
The Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation (AMC) sealed A.N.
Gruh Udhyog at Danilimda on 16 October 2026 following a food safety inspection.
1,010 kg of food products — including maida, spiced peanuts, fine sev, and farsi puri — were placed under seizure.
Violations included use of non-permitted artificial colours in farsan, repeated reuse of frying oil, and failure to meet FSSAI labelling requirements.
Workers were found handling food without caps, hair covers, or aprons , breaching Schedule 4 of the Food Safety and Standards Rules and Regulations, 2011 .
The AMC said its Health Food Department will continue intensive inspections at food establishments across Ahmedabad.
The Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation (AMC) has sealed a food processing unit in the Danilimda area of Ahmedabad and placed 1,010 kg of food products under seizure following an inspection that uncovered the use of non-permitted colours in savoury snacks, repeated reuse of frying oil, and multiple breaches of hygiene and labelling norms. The action was carried out by the civic body's Health Food Department on 16 October 2026.
What the Inspection Found
Officials inspected A.N. Gruh Udhyog, located at Godown No. 4, Goodluck Estate, Shalimar Estate, Danilimda, as part of the AMC's ongoing drive to audit food businesses across the city. The unit was found to be non-compliant with the provisions of Schedule 4 under the Food Safety and Standards Rules and Regulations, 2011, framed under the Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006.
Inspectors observed that workers were handling food without wearing caps, hair covers, or aprons, pointing to a breakdown in basic hygiene protocols. The premises itself was found to be in unsanitary condition, according to the civic body's statement.
Key Violations Flagged
The inspection revealed that non-permitted artificial colours were being added to farsan, or savoury snacks — a practice prohibited under Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) regulations. The unit was also found to be repeatedly reusing the same frying oil, which can produce harmful compounds and degrade food quality over successive batches.
Additionally, the snacks were being packed without meeting the labelling requirements prescribed by FSSAI, meaning consumers had no access to accurate ingredient, allergen, or manufacturing information on the packaging.
Seized Stock and Sealing of the Unit
Following the inspection, the Health Food Department placed 1,010 kg of food products under seizure. According to officials, the seized stock comprised maida (refined wheat flour), spiced peanuts, fine sev, and farsi puri. The unit has been sealed pending further regulatory action.
This comes amid the AMC's intensified drive of inspections at food business establishments across Ahmedabad, aimed at ensuring citizens receive safe and quality food products. Notably, such raids have grown more frequent ahead of the festive season, when demand for packaged snacks and farsan surges sharply.
AMC's Warning to Food Businesses
The civic body has directed all food business operators across the city to strictly comply with food safety, cleanliness, and hygiene regulations. The AMC said it would continue its inspections and urged operators to cooperate in protecting public health. Businesses found in violation risk sealing of their premises and seizure of their stock, in addition to potential prosecution under the Food Safety and Standards Act.
The AMC's crackdown signals a wider enforcement push that food businesses in Ahmedabad should expect to continue through the festive quarter.
Point of View
Non-permitted colours and repeatedly reused frying oil, are among the most common in small-scale farsan manufacturing, suggesting this is not an isolated lapse but an industry-wide compliance gap. The AMC's intensified inspection drive is welcome, but the real test is whether enforcement leads to sustained regulatory pressure or merely a temporary correction ahead of Diwali. Without consistent follow-through and public disclosure of outcomes, such raids risk becoming performative rather than protective.
NationPress
17 Oct 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
Why did the AMC seal the snack unit in Danilimda?
The AMC sealed A.N. Gruh Udhyog in Danilimda, Ahmedabad, after an inspection found multiple food safety violations including use of non-permitted artificial colours in farsan, repeated reuse of frying oil, poor hygiene conditions, and non-compliance with FSSAI labelling requirements. The action was taken under the Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006.
What food products were seized in the AMC raid?
A total of 1,010 kg of food products were seized, comprising maida (refined wheat flour), spiced peanuts, fine sev, and farsi puri. The seizure was carried out by the AMC's Health Food Department following the inspection.
What laws govern the violations found at the unit?
The unit was found non-compliant with Schedule 4 of the Food Safety and Standards Rules and Regulations, 2011, which were framed under the Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006. Violations of FSSAI labelling norms were also cited.
What happens to the sealed unit and seized products next?
The unit remains sealed pending further regulatory and legal action under the Food Safety and Standards Act. The seized stock will be held by the AMC's Health Food Department while the case is processed.
Is this part of a broader AMC food safety drive?
Yes, the AMC said its Health Food Department is conducting intensive inspections at food business establishments across Ahmedabad to ensure citizens receive safe and quality food. The civic body has urged all food operators to comply with safety, hygiene, and labelling regulations.
