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New Delhi: The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has issued an advisory on environmentally compliant disposal of improperly disposed of seized, rejected and expired food items in rivers and other water bodies.

"As per the Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006, and the regulations framed thereunder, the proper handling and disposal of rejected, expired, or seized food items are critical in preventing health risks, misuse within the supply chain, and environmental harm. Previous directives from FSSAI, including the guidelines dated December 21, 2020, outlined the procedure for disposal of seized food articles in accordance with the provisions undersection 38(4) & 47(4) of the FSS Act 2006 and in cases where the l

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