New Delhi: Recently, the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has issued notices to eight major food companies for making false health claims on their brand names and packaging. FSSAI pointed out that the terms used by companies such as ‘healthy’, ‘true vitamin’, and ‘vegan’ may create confusion among consumers and are in violation of the provisions of the Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006. According to the authority, in order to protect consumers and provide correct information, it is necessary that the information given in the labeling of food products is true and certified. Companies should be careful while using words like ‘Healthy’, so that there is no misleading effect.
FSSAI also clarified that if any company does not improve its labeling or branding even after this notice, strict action will be taken against it. This step has been taken to protect the interests of consumers and maintain transparency in the market.
Experts say consumers should take every claim on the packaging of food products seriously and trust only certified brands. Such regulations will reduce consumer fraud and make it easier to make healthy choices.
This initiative of FSSAI is an important step towards strengthening food safety standards in India and prioritizing consumer rights. It is also expected that other companies will also step in this direction and increase the credibility of their products.
In this regard, FSSAI has appealed to the public to inform the authority about any suspicious or misleading food product so that appropriate investigation and action can be taken on time.
This matter is being seen as a warning to other companies for transparency and consumer safety in the food market.
