India, June 12 -- The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has issued a notice to Nestle India after a complaint alleging the presence of insects or larvae inside a packet of Maggi noodles. The complaint has gained attention on social media, and it has prompted the food regulator to seek detailed information from the company regarding the quality control processes and safety measures.

The development has caught the attention of investors as Nestle India shares witness a decline of over 3 per cent during Friday's trading session.

What Led to the FSSAI Notice?

The regulatory action was triggered after concerns were raised online about possible contamination in packaged food products. One of the complaints under review all...