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Supreme Court Questions FSSAI Over Delay in Front of Pack Food Warning Labels

morning · · thread: Supreme Court gives FSSAI final deadline to decide on front of pack food warning labels

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  • The Hindu India · Centre-left · Kasturi & Sons (family-owned)
  • The Indian Express India · Centre · Indian Express Group (Goenka family)

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The Supreme Court has issued a two week notice to the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) regarding the absence of front of pack warning labels on packaged food products. The labels are intended to indicate levels of sugar, salt, and saturated fat. The proceedings follow a petition filed by the Kerala based NGO, 3S and Our Health Society, which sought directions from the Centre to implement these warnings.

During the hearing on August 13, 2026, a Bench headed by Justice J.B. Pardiwala criticized the regulator for a lack of progress. Justice Pardiwala questioned whether the FSSAI wanted children to grow up healthy and asked the government side if they would act on their own or if the court must pass an order. In response, Additional Solicitor General Brijender Chahar noted that one third of enterprises are based on traditional foods, such as namkeen, which could be categorized as unhealthy. The FSSAI had previously stated in an affidavit that its labeling format aligns with global practices by providing simplified nutritional information.

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The reporting emphasized the court's critical tone and the health risks to children.
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The reporting focused on the legal timeline and the specific notice given to the regulator.

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