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FSSAI grills Blinkit over poor egg quality complaints demanding an action report within a week

Economy
Published on 15 May 2026
FSSAI grills Blinkit over poor egg quality complaints demanding an action report within a week

Regulator flags eggs after social posts, not inspections

India’s food regulator FSSAI has asked quick-commerce firm Blinkit to explain complaints that poor-quality eggs were sold on its platform. The watchdog took suo-moto cognisance of consumers’ social media complaints and wrote to Blink Commerce Pvt Ltd, seeking a comprehensive action taken report within one week. Complainants alleged bad odor and a rubber-like texture. FSSAI also warned that e-commerce food operators must ensure online listings match physical labels and that sellers display valid FSSAI licenses or registrations.

  • FSSAI sought an explanation from quick-commerce firm Blinkit
  • Action is triggered by consumer complaints on social media
  • Blink Commerce Pvt Ltd must submit a comprehensive ATR in a week
  • Complaints cite bad odor and rubber-like egg texture
  • FSSAI links online food safety duties to e-commerce growth
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