Maharashtra issues order on safe food in schools
The Maharashtra Food and Drug Administration has mandated that all schools in the state must provide healthy, balanced food options. The order prohibits the sale of high-fat, sugar, and salt (HFSS) items on school premises and requires strict adherence to hygiene standards.
Why it matters
This policy directly impacts student health and nutrition standards across a large Indian state, setting a precedent for school food regulation.
The Maharashtra Food and Drug Administration has issued a compliance order for all schools in the State to ensure the provision of safe and balanced food. The order applies to all government, aided, and private schools, including those affiliated with state, CBSE, and ICSE boards, and covers pre-primary to secondary levels, residential schools, hostels, canteens, and food suppliers. It excludes creches and day-care facilities for children up to 22 months.
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