India, July 16 -- The Maharashtra Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has cracked down on four eateries in Mumbai and one in Pune over the past week for serious food safety and hygiene violations, suspending the licences of some and issuing notices to others. Doctors explain how hygiene lapses can trigger infections, outbreaks and serious health complications.

Mumbai's K Rustom's had its licence suspended last week after inspectors reportedly found live rats, houseflies, expired food products and other hygiene lapses.

The licences of Shalimar Hospitality Pvt Ltd, Noor Mohammadi Hotel and Rehmania Restaurant were also suspended this week following inspections that flagged issues including poor kitchen hygiene, improper food storage, pest ...