FSSAI Launches Portal to Track Rejected Food Imports: Enhancing Food Safety in India
In a significant move to bolster food safety, the Food Safety Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has launched the Food Import Rejection Alert (FIRA) portal, designed to notify the public and food safety authorities about food consignments rejected at Indian borders due to noncompliance with safety standards.
Announced by Union Health Minister J.P. Nadda, the portal aims to promote transparency and ensure swift action to prevent health risks from rejected food items. The platform enables rapid information exchange globally, allowing authorities to act quickly in controlling potential hazards before they can harm consumers.
Since last year, FSSAI has rejected over 1,500 imported food items, including products like walnuts, apples, whisky, cheese, almonds, and dates, from various countries for failing to meet Indian safety standards.
Launched during the Global Food Regulators Summit 2024, the portal ensures traceability, enhances risk management, and helps maintain public health by keeping unsafe food out of the Indian market.
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