The FSSAI (Food Safety Standards Association of India) announced that the front of packet labelling (FoPL) will be delinked from its general labelling regulation.
FoPL is aimed at making consumers aware of food products that are high in fat, sugar and salt content.
It helps to identify the green (vegetarian foods) and red (non-vegetarian foods).
It also includes pictorial representation of nutrients, food group nutrients and summary indicators, etc.
About FoPL
FoPL is a policy tool that help consumers to make healthier food choices.
It was included within the draft Food Safety and Standards (Labelling and Display) Regulations, 2019 in India.