Maharashtra’s Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issues a statewide order prohibiting the sale and distribution of junk food items in and around schools. Multiple reports say the restriction applies within 50 metres of schools, covering foods such as items commonly sold near school premises. The measure is framed as an effort to encourage healthier eating habits among children amid concerns about rising childhood obesity and related health issues. The FDA also warns of strict action if schools and their managements do not ensure compliance. Reports indicate accountability measures extend to principals and school authorities, who are expected to enforce the directive and support implementation. One outlet also notes that the FDA commissioner calls for awareness efforts involving parents to help reinforce the change. The reports further mention that the FDA is involved in other related enforcement and investigative work, including forwarding a complaint for inquiry. Earlier enforcement by the agency had also led to the loss of food licenses for some eateries due to hygiene violations, underscoring ongoing regulatory action.
Maharashtra FDA bans sale of junk food near schools within 50 metres
Maharashtra’s Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issues a statewide order prohibiting the sale and distribution of junk food items in and around schools. Multiple reports say the restriction applies w...
- Maharashtra’s FDA bans sale and distribution of junk food items near schools across the state.
- The restriction applies within 50 metres of schools.
- The FDA warns principals and school managements of strict action for non-compliance.
- The order is intended to promote healthier eating habits among children.
- Reports note accompanying implementation and awareness efforts, including parental awareness.
The Maharashtra FDA announced a ban on the sale and distribution of junk food in and around schools across the state, with the aim of promoting healthy eating habits among children. The agency's commissioner warned of strict action against principals and school managements if they fail to comply.
1 hour agoMaharashtra has banned junk food sales within fifty meters of schools. This directive impacts over one lakh schools and two crore students statewide. Officials aim to build a healthier food environment and tackle rising obesity rates. India faces a growing challenge with millions of overweight and obese children. Projections indicate a significant increase in childhood health issues by 2040.
1 hour agoMaharashtra's FDA has banned unhealthy food sales within fifty meters of schools. School authorities will face accountability for enforcing this new statewide order. The FDA commissioner emphasized strict implementation and parental awareness programs. Separately, the FDA forwarded an MPSC paper leak complaint for investigation. Earlier, three Mumbai eateries lost food licenses due to hygiene violations.
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