The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) organized a Sectoral Stakeholder Consultation on Antibiotic Residues at FDA Bhawan, New Delhi, reinforcing its commitment to safeguarding public health through science-based regulatory reforms.
The consultation witnessed participation from over 70 stakeholders, including representatives from government departments, Food Business Operator (FBO) associations, regulatory experts, laboratories, and members of the food industry. The session served as a collaborative platform to deliberate on policy implementation, compliance mechanisms, and monitoring frameworks concerning antibiotic residues in food products.
🔎 Key Highlights of the Consultation
1️⃣ Review of Veterinary Drugs under FSS Regulations
Stakeholders discussed the review and strengthening of provisions under the Food Safety and Standards (Contaminants, Toxins and Residues) Regulations, 2011, particularly in relation to veterinary drug residues in animal-derived foods.
2️⃣ Framework for Labelling of Animal-Derived Foods
Proposals were deliberated to develop a regulatory framework for labelling animal-derived food products with respect to antibiotic usage, enhancing consumer transparency and informed choices.
3️⃣ Regulatory Definition Inclusion
The need for clear and precise regulatory definitions related to antibiotic residues and antimicrobial usage was emphasized to avoid ambiguity and strengthen enforcement.
4️⃣ Draft Guidance on AMU & AMR
A draft guidance document addressing Antimicrobial Use (AMU) and Foodborne Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) was discussed. The guidance aims to align India’s food safety standards with global best practices while addressing the growing concern of antimicrobial resistance.
🛡 Strengthening Food Safety Through Collaboration
The consultation highlighted FSSAI’s proactive approach toward managing risks associated with antibiotic residues in the food chain. By fostering open dialogue among regulators, industry stakeholders, and experts, FSSAI continues to promote:
- Science-based policymaking
- Transparent regulatory processes
- Industry compliance and accountability
- Consumer safety and public health protection
This initiative marks another step toward ensuring safer food systems and mitigating risks associated with antimicrobial resistance in India.
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