India moves closer to restricting junk food sales within 50 metres of schools
- India plans to restrict sales of foods high in fat, sugar and salt within 50 metres of schools.
- The proposed rule could affect shops, restaurants and food stalls near India’s 1.5 million schools.
- FSSAI has set thresholds for high-fat, high-sugar and high-salt foods, with public feedback open until October 6.
- Child obesity rose from 28 million in 2015 to 41 million in 2025 and could reach 56 million by 2040.
Source: economictimes.indiatimes.com
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