Supreme Court orders FSSAI to implement front‑of‑pack warning labels

By United One News · AI-generated summary of 3 outlets' reporting

Published 28 Sept 2026, 08:50 UTC · Updated 28 Sept 2026, 10:27 UTC

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The Supreme Court has directed the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India to roll out red‑hexagon warning labels on packaged foods by a set deadline.

The court asked FSSAI to implement the labels in the “true spirit” of the regulation.
The labels will warn of high sugar, salt, fat and other nutrient thresholds.
Food manufacturers have opposed the use of red warnings, fearing consumer confusion.
The court will issue a final order on September 28.

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