FSSAI Initiates Prosecution Against Violating Food Businesses
New Delhi, September 14, 2023: The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has taken robust action against Food Business Operators (FBOs) found in breach of food safety laws. Since April 1, 2023, a total of 1,411 prosecution cases have been launched against FBOs, encompassing a range of violations such as operating without a valid license and producing or selling unsafe food.
Diverse Violations Addressed: FBOs across various food categories, including milk and milk products, spices, packaged drinking water, nutraceuticals, sauces, pickles, chips, and jaggery, have faced scrutiny to ensure compliance with product standards and safety.
Continuous Monitoring: FSSAI, in collaboration with State/UTs Food Authorities, maintains vigilant oversight over food product quality and safety, conducting rigorous sampling and testing. Non-compliant practices are met with fines and legal action under the Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006.
Consumer Protection: FSSAI’s unwavering commitment is to safeguard consumers nationwide by upholding strict food safety standards and conducting thorough inspections, monitoring, and enforcement campaigns.
Compliance Imperative: FBOs are strongly urged to adhere to FSSAI-prescribed food product standards and maintain safe and hygienic manufacturing practices. Failure to comply may result in severe consequences for the violating FBOs.
Reference:- FSSAI
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