India's FSSAI plans to train 100,000 street food vendors on food safety and hygiene, waiving registration fees, and encouraging participation in food delivery platforms.
India's Food Safety and Standards Authority (FSSAI) plans to train 100,000 street food vendors over the next year, focusing on food safety and hygiene practices. The Health Ministry has instructed FSSAI to waive off the registration fee of INR 100 for street food vendors as a way to encourage greater participation. Union Health Minister Jagat Prakash Nadda emphasized the importance of empowering street food vendors by enrolling them on food delivery platforms, urging these platforms to provide user-friendly technology solutions without imposing financial burdens. He encouraged street food vendors to take advantage of the PM Street Vendor's AtmaNirbhar Nidhi program to further enhance their businesses.
July 20, 2024
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