Telangana’s food safety authority (TG SAFE) has suspended the FSSAI licence of Shadab Hotel’s Madina Circle outlet after multiple hygiene breaches. The move forces a temporary shutdown, urging customers to stay vigilant.

  • Shadab Hotel’s Madina Circle branch licence suspended
  • Multiple hygiene, sanitation and meat‑handling violations found
  • Suspension is temporary; licence can be reinstated after compliance

Background

Located just beyond Hyderabad’s Naya Pul bridge, Shadab Hotel is a historic dining landmark. On September 2, TG SAFE conducted a surprise inspection at the Madina Circle outlet and uncovered several serious food‑safety infractions.

Legal Meaning of Suspension

Under FSSAI regulations, a licence suspension requires the business to cease operations immediately but does not equate to permanent cancellation. If the operator addresses the improvement notice and passes a re‑inspection, the licence can be restored.

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Who Is TG SAFE?

Formed in August 2024 by merging the Food Safety Department with the Drugs Control Administration, TG SAFE consolidates enforcement of the Food Safety and Standards Act 2006 and the Drugs and Cosmetics Act 1940, especially as Hyderabad’s licensed food operators have surged.

Why Restaurants Need an FSSAI Licence

An FSSAI licence, issued by the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India, authorises any entity involved in manufacturing, storing, transporting, distributing or selling food. Applications are processed through the online FoSCoS portal, where businesses determine whether a state or central licence is required.

Violations Identified

Inspectors flagged expired food items, spoiled vegetables, pest infestations, co‑mixing vegetarian and non‑vegetarian products in the same refrigerator, unclean kitchen premises, and improper food handling practices.

Why This Matters

BozokMedia analysis shows that repeated violations in high‑traffic eateries like Shadab Hotel can erode public trust in food safety regulations, potentially affecting tourism and local businesses across Telangana.

"Food safety is a continuous commitment; lapses not only jeopardise health but also damage the entire restaurant sector’s credibility," says Sandeep Balasubramanian, Head of the Hyderabad chapter of the National Restaurant Association of India.
Did You Know?: In 2023, over 1,200 food businesses in Hyderabad were found operating without a valid FSSAI licence.

Frequently Asked Questions

When can Shadab Hotel’s licence be reinstated? Once corrective measures are implemented and a satisfactory re‑inspection is completed, the authority may lift the suspension.

What should diners look out for? Check the latest hygiene scores released by TG SAFE or the Cyberabad Municipal Corporation and avoid establishments that have not addressed prior violations.