FSSAI Urges States to Fight Obesity, Backs PM's Healthy India Call

FSSAI has urged States and UTs to intensify efforts against obesity and ensure food safety following the 47th Central Advisory Committee meeting.

- TBG NETWORK

The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) on Wednesday urged States and Union Territories to intensify efforts in response to the Prime Minister's clarion call for urgent action against obesity and a 10% reduction in oil consumption.

The appeal was made during the 47th Central Advisory Committee (CAC) meeting held on May 27 in New Delhi, where comprehensive measures to address this growing public health concern were deliberated.

States and UTs were strongly encouraged to scale up public awareness campaigns and implement concrete actions to realise the vision of an obesity-free and healthier nation.

A key highlight of the discussions was the recent directive from the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) to establish 'sugar boards' in schools.