Overview

• The FSSAI called on state and union territory governments to intensify actions against obesity and reduce oil consumption by 10% following the Prime Minister’s directive.
• Officials stressed swift implementation of the CBSE’s school ‘sugar boards’ to curb excessive sugar intake among children.
• States have been urged to scale up ‘Eat Right India’ public awareness campaigns to foster healthier dietary habits nationwide.
• The authority pledged to provide technical guidance and support to states and union territories for effective rollout of these health initiatives.
• Commissioners of Food Safety were directed to enforce strict inspections against illegal ripening agents such as calcium carbide in fruit markets.