The Maharashtra Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued a warning to restaurants, caterers, and food establishments regarding the use of cheese analogues, which are non-dairy products resembling cheese. The FDA stated that strict action will be taken against violators under the Food Safety and Standards Act of 2006. A statewide inspection will begin on May 1, 2024, to enforce compliance. The FDA emphasized that cheese should only be made from milk, while cheese analogues are derived from ingredients like vegetable oils. Food operators must ensure that products purchased are properly labeled and should only buy after verification. Consumers are encouraged to read labels carefully, avoid suspiciously low-priced products, and verify the authenticity of dairy products before consumption. The FDA has provided a toll-free number, 1800-222-365, for reporting misleading cases.