Fungus on food, expired goods: Quick-commerce company’s hub in Mumbai’s Dharavi loses licence

The Food & Drug Administration suspended the license of a Zepto warehouse in Dharavi due to significant food safety violations. Inspectors discovered fungal growth, improper storage near stagnant water, expired goods, and substandard cold storage. Zepto is taking corrective action and working with authorities to address the issues and resume operations, while FDA plans further inspections of quick-commerce platforms.