Union Minister of Health and Family Welfare, Shri Jagat Prakash Nadda unveiled the logo of the Global Food Regulators Summit (GFRS) 2025 along with the Brochure at Nirman Bhawan, today. The Summit is being organised from 26th to 27th of September at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi, by the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) under the aegis of the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, alongside the World Food India 2025 event being organised by the Ministry of Food Processing Industries (MoFPI).

In his keynote address, the Union Health Minister highlighted that this year’s theme for GFRS, “Evolving Food Systems- Yatha Annam Tatha Manah”, beautifully reflects the profound connection between the quality of food and the health of mind and society. “Food is not merely nourishment, it is a force that shapes physical well-being, mental health, emotional balance, and societal harmony,” he said.

Shri Nadda acknowledged the pivotal role of FSSAI and the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare in advancing food safety standards in India and contributing significantly to global progress in this critical area. He stated that “Multi-dimensionary approach should be taken to ensure that the food we consume is safe and healthy. Food regulators need to be alert to changing food habits and market. Food safety standards, rules and regulations should be updated accordingly.”

Speaking about the vision of GFRS 2025, Shri Nadda said: “The Summit will provide a unique platform for global regulators to share perspectives, harmonize standards, strengthen risk assessment capacities, and explore new areas of technological advancement in food safety. The objective is to protect consumer health and foster fair trade, innovation, and sustainable food systems that benefit all.”

He concluded his address by wishing FSSAI a successful and fruitful summit.

The Summit will also see the unveiling of the ‘Eat Right Thali’ book, a significant initiative by FSSAI celebrating India’s diverse culinary heritage and balanced diets. The book showcases traditional thalis from all states, with each thali reflecting local ingredients, cooking practices, and age-old dietary wisdom, offering balance and variety. Aligned with Hon’ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi’s call, it highlights traditional diets as a tool against obesity and lifestyle diseases. This compilation is both a cultural tribute and a guide to preventive health through mindful, indigenous eating.

The Global Food Regulators Summit 2025 will feature a diverse range of activities including keynote addresses by international organizations and scientists, technical and plenary sessions with food regulators, interactive sessions with national and international stakeholders and bilateral and multilateral meetings to address current and emerging challenges. The Summit will provide opportunities for knowledge exchange and development of harmonized approaches to food safety. The Summit's architecture is structured around eight inter-connected plenary sessions, complemented by high-level parallel conclaves, reflecting the forward-looking aspects of food safety regulation.

The Global Food Regulators Summit 2025 marks the third consecutive edition of the event hosted by FSSAI. Building on the success of the last two summits, FSSAI has firmly positioned India as a hub for global food safety initiatives and regulatory dialogue. The Summit brings together the collective efforts of ministries, international organizations including WHO, Codex, FAO, and EFSA, along with national stakeholders and research institutes, thereby creating a robust ecosystem for innovation, regulatory harmonization, and capacity building in food safety. With the active participation of international experts and organizations, GFRS has established itself as a unique global forum where regulators, scientists, policymakers, and stakeholders converge to chart pathways for safer, more resilient, and inclusive food systems worldwide.

Shri Rajit Punhani, CEO, FSSAI; Shri Uma Shankar Dhyani, Executive Director (HR), FSSAI; Shri Nikhil Gajraj, Joint Secretary, MoHFW and senior officials of FSSAI and MoHFW were present at the event.

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