According to an order dated 12th June, 2015, FSSAI will soon be issuing guidelines on foods that are high in Fat, Sugar and Salt content (HFSS) affecting school going children. These foods are commonly referred to as ‘Junk Food’ and the guidelines are being issued on the direction of the Delhi High Court. The serious […]
Maneka Gandhi Working Towards Ban on Junk Food in School Canteens
Union Minister for Women and Child Development, Maneka Gandhi, wants to see the junk food removed from all school canteens across the nation and should be replaced with the healthy food options. The term ‘junk food’ is not defined in the Prevention of Food Adulteration Act but the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India […]