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Union Minister of Health and Family Welfare, Jagat Prakash Nadda, inaugurated the third edition of the Global Food Regulators Summit 2025 at Bharat Mandapam. Organised by the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) under the aegis of the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, this edition of the Summit centres around the theme of “Evolving Food Systems- Yatha Annam Tatha Manah (यथा अन्नं तथा मनः)”, which reflects the profound connection between the quality of food and the health of the mind.
Nadda emphasised the theme and said, “The theme of this year’s summit, “Yatha Annam Tatha Manah” – as is the food, so is the mind – highlights that food influences not just physical health but also mental well-being, emotional balance, and the moral fabric of society.”
He also noted, “Those days are gone when countries focussed only on domestic food production. When states engage in the trading of food, they are directly involved in the health and well-being of people.”
“Aligning with his vision, FSSAI has also actively rolled out plans for increasing mass awareness on this critical issue under its Eat Right India initiative. The Eat Right India movement, led by FSSAI, champions this cause by combining food safety, nutrition, and sustainability,” Nadda stated.
Underscoring the criticality of food safety in today’s interconnected world, Nadda said, “With global trade making food from one part of the world available in every corner, lapses in safety can trigger public health crises, disrupt commerce, and erode trust in businesses and nations alike.” He stressed that food safety is not merely a matter of compliance but of building confidence in global food systems, making the role of regulators and platforms like the Global Food Regulators Summit all the more vital in safeguarding health, ensuring resilience, and strengthening international cooperation.
Nadda commended the efforts made by FSSAI and said, “Over the past decades, FSSAI, being the food regulator of the country, has made significant strides in transforming India’s food safety landscape from establishing robust standards and launching innovative initiatives to enhancing testing infrastructure and fostering international cooperation. He stated that FSSAI has emerged as a global leader in ensuring food safety and public health.
A key highlight of the inaugural session was the launch of the Eat Right Thali book, a landmark initiative by FSSAI that celebrates India’s rich culinary heritage and the concept of balanced diets. Nadda stated that the book features traditional thalis from across the country, with each thali representing local ingredients, cooking methods, and age-old dietary wisdom, emphasizing variety and nutritional balance. In line with Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision, it underscores the role of traditional diets in combating obesity and lifestyle-related diseases. This compilation serves as both a cultural tribute and a practical guide to preventive health through mindful local and seasonal eating.
Dr Rajiv Bahl, Secretary, Department of Health Research & DG, Indian Council of Medical Research; Rajit Punhani, Chief Executive Officer (CEO), FSSAI; US Dhyani, Executive Director, FSSAI and Nikhil Gajraj, Joint Secretary, Union Health Ministry were present on the occasion.