FSSAI strong intent but weak and selective enforcement

By ET Now swadesh

Dr. R S Sodhi emphasises the critical role of FSSAI in safeguarding public health by enforcing stringent food safety standards across the dairy sector. He highlights that reliable regulation and science-based testing are essential to ensure the authenticity and quality of milk and dairy products, protecting consumers from adulteration. Strong regulatory oversight, he says, builds trust in the dairy value chain, supports organised processing, and encourages responsible practices among producers and manufacturers. Dr. Sodhi advocates for collaborative engagement between the dairy industry and FSSAI to balance consumer protection, innovation, and sector growth for India’s rapidly expanding dairy markets.