Karnataka launches action plan to cut salt intake by 30% by 2030

Karnataka on Tuesday (September 22) launched a State action plan aimed at reducing population salt intake by 30% by 2030 and promoting healthier dietary habits as part of efforts to prevent non-communicable diseases (NCDs).

The Karnataka State Multisectoral Action Plan for Salt Reduction and Promotion of Healthy Dietary Habits focuses on reducing salt consumption at three levels — households, food consumed outside the home, and processed and packaged foods. It also seeks to encourage healthier food choices and strengthen dietary counselling through the health system.

The plan proposes measures to reduce the use of discretionary salt, encourage food manufacturers to reduce salt in processed and packaged foods, and promote awareness of healthier diets. It also envisages strengthening research and evidence on potassium-enriched low-sodium salt.