The Supreme Court criticized FSSAI for hesitating to mandate warning labels on packaged foods high in sugar, salt, and fat, raising concerns over potential corporate influence.
FSSAI's reluctance appears to be influenced by corporate pressure, court says
Aug 13, 2026
05:04 pm
What's the storyThe Supreme Court has questioned the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) over its hesitation to introduce front-of-pack warning labels on packaged foods high in sugar, salt, and saturated fat.
A bench of Justices JB Pardiwala and KV Viswanathan was hearing a case where they had earlier asked the FSSAI to consider such labeling for public health.
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The Supreme Court on Thursday questioned FSSAI over its reluctance to mandate warning labels on packaged foods high in salt,…
