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The list, however, was topped by Kolhapur district with over 25% (see box) food samples failing the quality test. “The increased surveillance is the key reason for high detection of non-conforming food samples in Pune,” Suresh Deshmukh, joint commissioner (food), FDA, Pune, said.Activists have questioned the state’s approach towards ensuring food safety. “The Pune laboratory has been overburdened as many key positions are yet to be filled. PUNE: Watch what you eat out as over 21% food samples — 1,034 out of 4,769 — drawn from various eateries and restaurants in Pune district failed on various quality parameters last year.This was revealed in the latest report of the state’s apex food testing laboratory of the health department. The government should fill up these posts,” activist Sanjay Dabhade said..