The notification publishes the Food Safety and Standards (Amendment) Rules, 2024, which amend the Food Safety and Standards Rules, 2011. The amendments were made after considering public objections and suggestions on a draft published earlier. The notification states that the rules will come into force on the date of their publication in the Official Gazette. The key amendment involves the insertion of figures “61, 63” after figure “58” in sub-rule 3.1.1, clause (5) of the Food Safety and Standards Rules, 2011.
The Government of India, Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, has notified the Food Safety and Standards (Amendment) Rules, 2024, vide notification number G.S.R. 678(E), dated 29th October 2024. This notification amends the Food Safety and Standards Rules, 2011, as per the provisions of section 91 of the Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006 (34 of 2006). The draft of these rules was published vide notification number G.S.R. 310(E), dated 5th June 2024, for public consultation. After considering the public feedback received, the Central Government finalized the amendments. Key Points:
- Notification Date: 29th October 2024
- Notification Number: G.S.R. 678(E)
- Amended Rules: Food Safety and Standards Rules, 2011
- Enabling Act: Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006 (34 of 2006)
- Draft Notification Number: G.S.R. 310(E)
- Key Amendment: Insertion of figures “61, 63” after figure “58” in sub-rule 3.1.1, clause (5) of the Food Safety and Standards Rules, 2011.
- Enforcement Date: Date of publication in the Official Gazette