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Why in News:
The Ministry of Health and Family Welfare has approved perpetual validity for registrations and licences issued by the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) to improve the ease of doing business in the food sector.

Key Highlights

1. • Under the new reform, FSSAI licences and registrations will have perpetual validity.
2. • Food businesses will no longer need to renew licences periodically.
3. • Once a licence is issued, it will remain valid indefinitely unless it is cancelled or suspended due to violations.
4. • The reform aims to reduce paperwork, fees and repeated interaction with regulatory authorities.
5. • The decision is expected to simplify regulatory procedures and support food businesses across India.

Background

1. • Earlier, Food Business Operators (FBOs) were required to renew their FSSAI licences or registrations periodically.
2. • This process involved submission of documents, payment of renewal fees and administrative procedures.
3. • The new system eliminates repeated renewal requirements, thereby reducing compliance burden on businesses.

   Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI)

      Basic Information

1. • Established: 2008
2. • Headquarters: New Delhi, India
3. • Parent Ministry: Ministry of Health and Family Welfare
4. • Established under: Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006

     Main Functions

1. • Food safety regulations बनाना
2. • Food standards तय करना
3. • Food products की quality और safety सुनिश्चित करना
4. • Food businesses को license और registration देना
5. • Food contamination और adulteration रोकना

     Important Initiatives

1. • Eat Right India
2. • Food Safety Mitra Scheme
3. • Clean Street Food Hub