Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI)
FSSAI is an autonomous statutory authority established under the Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006, laying down science-based standards for articles of food and regulating manufacture, storage, distribution, and sale.
Permanent Role & Statutory Function
Autonomous statutory authority established under the Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006, laying down science-based standards for articles of food and regulating manufacturing, storage, import, and distribution.
Constitutional & Executive Responsibilities
Framing regulations to establish standards and safety guidelines for food products and ingredients
Mandatory licensing and registration of food business operators (FBOs) via FoSCoS
Accreditation of food testing laboratories and scientific inspection protocols across states
Monitoring and surveillance of food safety and adulteration across retail chains and imports
Public awareness on safe and wholesome food through national campaigns like Eat Right India
Major Organizations, Subordinate Bodies & Statutory Boards
Citizen Public Services Delivered
Related Identity & Citizen Documents
No direct citizen identity document requirements mapped for this institutional body.