Shiv Sena MLA Sanjay Gaikwad from Buldhana was recorded assaulting a canteen staff member at the Akashwani MLA hostel in Mumbai over allegations of being served stale and poor-quality food, specifically stale dal. The incident occurred during the Maharashtra Assembly's monsoon session, where several legislators were staying at the state-run guesthouse. Gaikwad admitted to the assault, stating he lost his temper due to repeated poor food quality complaints over his 5.5 years of stay and expressed no regret, saying he is "not a Gandhian" and would repeat the act if necessary. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) of Maharashtra responded by suspending the license of Ajanta Caterers, the caterer operating the MLA hostel canteen, following the viral video and complaints about unhygienic and stale food. Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis and Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde condemned the assault, with Shinde acknowledging the MLA's anger but stating that assault was unacceptable. Shiv Sena (UBT) leaders, including Aaditya Thackeray, called for the MLA's suspension, criticizing his conduct. The canteen staffer described the assault as wrong, and legal experts called for an FIR and action against the MLA. Days after the incident, Sanjay Gaikwad was formally booked for the assault. The FDA inspection and license suspension highlight ongoing concerns about food quality at the MLA hostel canteen.