Telangana extends ban on raw egg mayonnaise for one year
The state government has prohibited the manufacturing, selling, and keeping of mayonnaise made with raw eggs to protect public health.
The Telangana government has extended a ban on the manufacturing, sale, and storage of mayonnaise made using raw eggs across the state for another year, according to The Hindu.
The Commissioner of Food Safety, Telangana, issued the order citing public health concerns. The new prohibition will be effective from October 30, 2026, until October 29, 2027.
The order was issued under Section 30(2)(a) of the Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006. The notification was published in the Telangana Gazette (No. 984) on Wednesday, November 4.
The Commissioner exercised powers under the Food Safety and Standards Act to implement the measure. The restriction is specific to mayonnaise prepared from raw eggs and does not apply to all varieties of the product.