Which Indian state suspended Domino's and Pizza Hut outlets, and what were the specific hygiene violations cited?

The Indian state of Maharashtra suspended the licenses of four Domino's outlets due to grease residue in pizza-making machines and insect infestations, and suspended one Pizza Hut store because many products used lacked expiry dates. The state's Food and Drug Administration reported that three Domino's outlets in Mumbai and one in another city lacked proper pest control, and media footage showed at least one Domino's outlet with a pizza oven containing heavy rust and buildup of food and grease.

Who is leading the food safety crackdown in Maharashtra, and what broader regulatory actions have accompanied these closures?

Maharashtra's new food safety chief, Tukaram Mundhe, is leading the crackdown, conducting raids and shutting popular eateries—including Domino's and Pizza Hut outlets—despite their reputation for stricter hygiene protocols. His department inspected over 100 outlets in one day, issued 'improvement notices' to 95, and the administration emphasized a 'strict stance on the quality of food items'; this effort is part of a wider federal campaign targeting labelling violations by companies like PepsiCo and Diageo, as well as cancelling numerous food business licenses over poor hygiene.

Indian State Shuts Domino's, Pizza Hut Outlets Over Hygiene Lapses

Aug 14, 2026

Maharashtra authorities suspended licenses for four Domino's and one Pizza Hut outlet due to hygiene violations like insect infestations and missing expiry dates. This move reflects an intensified crackdown by Indian food regulators on major chains.

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