RESTAURANTS FEEL THE IMPACT

But for affected restaurants caught breaching regulations, the crackdown can come at a substantial cost.

Businesses whose licences are suspended may have to close temporarily, losing revenue while paying to upgrade kitchens, storage facilities and hygiene practices.

The enforcement drive has also triggered pushback from some restaurant owners and managers, who say that the authorities are being too heavy-handed.

Branches of major fast-food chains and some of Mumbai’s most popular restaurants have been among those whose licences were suspended.

Some have since reopened after making improvements and passing follow-up…

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