The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India on 25th October 2021 has launched a mobile application called ‘Food Safety Connect’ in order to facilitate food businesses to apply for FSSAI registration through a faster and convenient mode.
The Food Safety and Standards (FSS) Act, 2006 mandates that every food business is required to obtain FSSAI license or registration prior commencing the business. With the launch of FSSAI’s Food Connect Mobile App, it will be easier for food businesses, particularly petty hawkers, vendors and start-ups to file an application for FSSAI registration by simply using their smart phones. This newly launched mobile application will also provide information regarding eligibility criteria; FAQs on the procedures related to Licensing and Registration; Regulations and other compliances for the food businesses.
The mobile application aims to bridge the communication gap with consumers and provide a resource hub for them to stay aware and updated about FSSAI key activities.They can access knowledge hub for citizens such as informatory videos, myth busters, books and other guidance documents that are relevant for citizens to know about safe and healthy eating practices. Further, this app will be used as a mechanism for consumers to easily verify FSSAI license or registration on any food packet. Consumers can even lodge their grievances related to any food safety matters through the app.
Further, Food Businesses are expected to encourage every food handler in their premises/ manufacturing units to download the app and stay updated.
