Mumbai, Oct. 29 -- Maharashtra Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Commissioner Tukaram Mundhe on Thursday said the department has seized 11,963 quintals of spices and spice-based products worth Rs 19.69 crore during inspections ahead of Diwali. He also announced details of the commission constituted to probe paper leaks and irregularities in Maharashtra Public Service Commission (MPSC) competitive examinations.

Detailing the FDA's enforcement action ahead of the festive season, Mundhe said, "Ahead of Diwali, it was necessary to take action against raw materials available in the market. Inspections of raw materials are being conducted in the market, and action has already begun in view of Diwali."

He said the FDA conducted 1,057 inspecti...