Maharashtra Schools Ban HFSS Foods

In a significant move to promote healthy eating habits among students, the food regulatory body has imposed a ban on the sale, distribution, and promotion of high-fat, sugar, and salt foods within school premises and within a 50-metre radius of schools in Maharashtra. This decision is expected to have a positive impact on the health and wellbeing of students. The ban includes popular snacks like vada pav and samosas, which are commonly found near schools. By restricting the availability of such foods, the authorities hope to encourage students to opt for healthier alternatives.