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PIB Summaries 10 July 2025

  1. Eat Right India: Safe, Healthy and Sustainable Food for All
  2. India’s Roadmap to Energy Independence by 2047


Background:

  • India’s food system transformation began in 2018 with the launch of Eat Right India, a nationwide movement led by FSSAI to ensure food is safe, healthy, and sustainable across the entire supply chain.
  • In response to rising non-communicable diseases and food safety concerns, the initiative blends regulation, innovation, and citizen engagement to reshape how India eats—from streets to campuses to homes.

Relevance : GS 2(Social Issues , Health , Governance)

Key Takeaways :

IndicatorNumbersRemarks
FoSTaC (Training)25 lakh food handlers trainedCapacity building across food value chain
Clean Street Food Hubs249 certified hubsCovers 15 States/UTs
Eat Right Stations284 certified stationsAcross 23 states
RUCO (Used Cooking Oil)55+ lakh litres collected, 39 lakh litres converted into biodieselCircular economy & biofuel push
Hygiene Ratings75,300+ applications; 69,700+ completionsEnhancing accountability in food business
Food Safety Mitras62,000+ registeredLast-mile compliance agents
Fortification (F+)157 products, 114 companies involvedCovers 47% of top edible oil & 36.6% of milk industry

Objectives & Rationale

  • Combat rising NCDs: Obesity, diabetes, hypertension linked to poor diets.
  • Enhance food safety amid industrialisation and chemical contamination.
  • Address hidden hunger via food fortification.
  • Promote eco-sustainability in food systems.
  • Empower people with informed food choices through behaviour change.

Core Strategy: 3-Pillar Framework

PillarFocus AreaKey Initiatives
Supply-side ReformHygiene standards in food businessesFoSTaC, Eat Right Campus, Eat Right Station, Clean Street Food Hubs
Consumer AwarenessBehaviour change communicationEat Right School, “Aaj Se Thoda Kam“, DART Book, Trans Fat-Free India
SustainabilityEnvironmentally conscious food systemsRUCO, Food Waste Reduction, Sustainable Packaging, Fortification, SNF

Behavioural Campaigns with National Impact

CampaignOutcome
“Trans Fat-Free India by 2022”34.9 million reached; praised by WHO
“Aaj Se Thoda Kam”Industry-wide pledge for reducing salt, sugar, and oil
“Stop Obesity” (2025)10% reduction in salt/oil consumption pushed by Health Ministry

Global Recognition

  • Rockefeller Foundation – Visionary winner of 2021 Food Systems Vision Prize.
  • WHO Recognition – Among 44 best practices globally for eliminating trans-fats.
  • SKOCH Platinum Award 2017 – For Indian Food Sharing Alliance (IFSA), enabling 50+ million meals redistributed.

Multi-Stakeholder Governance

StakeholderRole
Central MinistriesMoHFW, WCD, Housing, Education – policy alignment
State & Urban BodiesLocal certification & audits
Private SectorC4ERI platform, reformulation, food safety CSR
Academia & Civil SocietyCurriculum, outreach, grassroots mobilisation
Public-Private LabsFood testing via mobile/static labs (e.g., NFL)

Alignment with SDGs & National Missions

GoalSynergy with Eat Right India
SDG 3: Good HealthReduces diet-linked NCDs and food-borne illnesses
SDG 2: Zero HungerTackles malnutrition and micronutrient deficiency
SDG 12: Responsible ConsumptionWaste reduction, eco-friendly practices
SDG 17: Partnerships for GoalsWhole-of-Government + society approach
Ayushman BharatPreventive care via healthy food access
POSHAN Abhiyaan / Anemia Mukt BharatFortified foods and nutrition awareness
Swachh Bharat MissionFood hygiene in public places

Technology & Innovation

  • FoSCoS – Seamless licensing & compliance portal.
  • Food Safety Connect App – Grievance redressal + inspections.
  • Food Safety Mitra Program – 62,000+ grassroot support agents.
  • Mobile Food Labs (FSW) – Real-time testing in rural areas.
  • Jaivik Bharat Portal – 1.4 million visits for organic food traceability.

Industry Collaboration

SectorKey Players Committed
Food ManufacturingBritannia, ITC, Nestlé, HUL
Retail & E-CommerceAmazon, Big Basket, Zomato
Oil & Milk Fortification47% top oil firms, 36.6% milk sector enrolled

Conclusion

The Eat Right India movement is not merely a food regulation campaign—it is a holistic health and wellness revolution. By integrating policy, public awareness, private partnerships, and tech innovation, it transforms every node of the food supply chain. Its alignment with India’s 2030 Agenda makes it a global benchmark for food system reform, sustainable nutrition, and public health transformation.



Introduction :

India unveiled an ambitious roadmap for energy independence by 2047 at the 9th OPEC International Seminar, positioning itself as a global stabilizer in oil markets. Minister Hardeep Singh Puri outlined sweeping reforms, exploration expansion, and a just energy transition rooted in equity and sustainability.

Relevance : GS 3(Energy Security ) , GS 2(Governance)

Top Announcements

Goal/TargetDetails
Energy IndependenceAchieve by 2047 (100th year of independence)
Net Zero EmissionsAchieve by 2070
Global Oil Demand ShareIndia to contribute ~25% of global incremental demand
Current Crude Demand~5.4 million barrels/day (India = 3rd largest global consumer)

Ambitious Hydrocarbon Exploration Vision

InitiativeScale & Targets
OALP Round-10Opened 2.5 lakh sq km for exploration
Future Exploration Goals0.5 million sq km by 2025, 1.0 million sq km by 2030
Guyana-scale discoveryExpected in Andaman Sea
No-Go’ Area Reduction99% cut, freeing 1 million+ sq km
Supporting SurveysNational Seismic Program, Extended Continental Shelf Project, Andaman Offshore, Mission Anveshan

Policy Reforms: Exploration & Beyond

ReformOutcome
HELP RegimeShifted to Revenue Sharing Model, replacing PSC
ORD Act 1948 AmendmentsBetter lease management, safety, and dispute resolution
Integration with RenewablesHybridisation of oil/gas blocks with renewable energy

Refining & Petrochemical Capacity Goals

ParameterTargets
Refining Capacity310 MMTPA by 2028 (from ~254 MMTPA in 2024)
Petrochemical SectorExpand to $300 billion industry by 2030
Crude Import DiversificationFrom 27 countries (2014) to 40 countries (2025)

Energy Transition & Biofuels Push

Focus AreaAchievements & Plans
Global Biofuels Alliance29+ countries, 14 international organisations
Ethanol BlendingScaled up blending in petrol
CBG, SAF & BiodieselRapid deployment across transport and aviation sectors
Equitable Energy Transition“Development with dignity” for the Global South

Ujjwala Moment: LPG & Clean Cooking Leadership

IndicatorValue
LPG Connections (PMUY)103 million+ provided to women (largest in the world)
LPG CoverageFrom 55% (2014) to near-universal (2025)
Subsidised Cylinder Price$6–7 for 14.2 kg vs global price of $10–11
OMC Loss Absorption$4.7 billion absorbed in FY 2024–25 to support affordability

India’s Strategic Approach

PillarKey Focus
DiversificationImports from 40 countries, LNG terminals, strategic reserves
DecarbonizationBlended fuels, renewable integration, EV & SAF acceleration
Energy EquityTargeted subsidies, LPG for all, CBG in rural grids
Stabilising RolePredictable demand anchor in global oil markets

Conclusion :

With bold targets and global partnerships, India is steering a balanced path toward energy security, sustainability, and equity. Its strategy underscores a future where development and decarbonization go hand in hand.


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