Supreme Court expresses concern over food safety, pushes for front-of-pack warning labels

The Supreme Court has taken a firm stance on food safety, expressing concern about public health in relation to packaged food products. The court has underscored the need for clear and prominent front-of-pack warning labels on products that are high in salt, sugar, and fat, signaling the urgency of implementing such measures.

The court's emphasis reflects growing concern over the consumption of high-calorie, nutrient-poor packaged foods and their contribution to rising health issues including obesity and related lifestyle diseases in India.