
The joke suggests that getting a "Tukaram Mundhe approved" tag could now be a bigger achievement for a restaurant than earning a Michelin star.

Maharashtra FDA Commissioner Tukaram Mundhe invited guests at home and made tea for them.

Tukaram Mundhe advises parents to lead by example and develop a healthy and mindful eating culture in their homes.

"As a state food safety commissioner, I have to ensure that every person who is eating food gets safe food," Tukaram Mundhe told NDTV.

"This happened just two days ago. It was my son's birthday," Tukaram Mundhe shared, recounting an interesting anecdote that highlights the impact of recent food safety inspections.

"I don't think anyone would dare with me," Tukaram Mundhe said confidently about any potential attempt to bribe him.

"If we want to make India a superpower, that cannot happen without a healthy India," Tukaram Mundhe said.

The Maharashtra Food and Drug Administration Commissioner highlighted four practical factors consumers should consider before their next restaurant visit or food order.

Many people have described Tukaram Mundhe as a "real-life Singham" for his strict anti-corruption stance and uncompromising approach to governance.

Kohli suggested citizens perform their own kitchen audits for expired items, paralleling the Maharashtra FDA's inspections of eateries and food vendors.