Submit report on food security by July 30: HC to Centre, Raj
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Jaipur: Taking suo motu cognisance of the poor implementation of National Food Security Act and the
Food Safety and Standards Act
, a single judge bench of the
Rajasthan High Court
issued notices to several ministries and state govt officials.
The court asked the officers of the central and state govt to submit a report by July 30 and explain what action was taken by them in the matter.
Justice Anoop Kumar Dhand said, "The implementation of the National Food Security Act and the Food Safety and Standards Act is very poor. These acts were aimed at providing nutritious and quality food to children and women, among others. The officials also failed to discharge their duties properly."
Dhand said, "This unhealthy food is the cause of malnutrition and obesity, which is seriously affecting the mental health and development of children. When the health and welfare of the future generation is at stake, the court cannot close its eyes."
The court also underlined the quote of Mahatma Gandhi that says it is difficult to remember even God on an empty stomach. "Junk food and carbonated drinks are affecting the mental and physical development of children.
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Efforts should be made to ensure good health by encouraging children and youth to eat traditional and seasonal food. They should be made aware of the benefits of grandmother's kitchen and home-made food," Dhand said.
"It is the responsibility of the govt and FSSAI to meet food standards and stop the sale of junk food in schools and educational institutions," the court said.
The court issued notices to the ministry of home affairs, ministry of food, ministry of child development, FSSAI, ministry of education, as well as the chief secretary of the state, additional chief secretary, woman and child development, additional chief secretary food and civil supplies, additional chief secretary, education, and sought a reply.
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