Published on Jul 10, 2025
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PIB Summaries 10 July 2025
PIB Summaries 10 July 2025

Content :

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

Eat Right India: Safe, Healthy and Sustainable Food for All


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 :

Indicator Numbers Remarks
FoSTaC (Training) 25 lakh food handlers trained Capacity building across food value chain
Clean Street Food Hubs 249 certified hubs Covers 15 States/UTs
Eat Right Stations 284 certified stations Across 23 states
RUCO (Used Cooking Oil) 55+ lakh litres collected, 39 lakh litres converted into biodiesel Circular economy & biofuel push
Hygiene Ratings 75,300+ applications; 69,700+ completions Enhancing accountability in food business
Food Safety Mitras 62,000+ registered Last-mile compliance agents
Fortification (F+) 157 products, 114 companies involved Covers 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

Pillar Focus Area Key Initiatives
Supply-side Reform Hygiene standards in food businesses FoSTaC, Eat Right Campus, Eat Right Station, Clean Street Food Hubs
Consumer Awareness Behaviour change communication Eat Right School, “Aaj Se Thoda Kam“, DART Book, Trans Fat-Free India
Sustainability Environmentally conscious food systems RUCO, Food Waste Reduction, Sustainable Packaging, Fortification, SNF

Behavioural Campaigns with National Impact

Campaign Outcome
“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

Stakeholder Role
Central Ministries MoHFW, WCD, Housing, Education – policy alignment
State & Urban Bodies Local certification & audits
Private Sector C4ERI platform, reformulation, food safety CSR
Academia & Civil Society Curriculum, outreach, grassroots mobilisation
Public-Private Labs Food testing via mobile/static labs (e.g., NFL)

Alignment with SDGs & National Missions

Goal Synergy with Eat Right India
SDG 3: Good Health Reduces diet-linked NCDs and food-borne illnesses
SDG 2: Zero Hunger Tackles malnutrition and micronutrient deficiency
SDG 12: Responsible Consumption Waste reduction, eco-friendly practices
SDG 17: Partnerships for Goals Whole-of-Government + society approach
Ayushman Bharat Preventive care via healthy food access
POSHAN Abhiyaan / Anemia Mukt Bharat Fortified foods and nutrition awareness
Swachh Bharat Mission Food 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

Sector Key Players Committed
Food Manufacturing Britannia, ITC, Nestlé, HUL
Retail & E-Commerce Amazon, Big Basket, Zomato
Oil & Milk Fortification 47% 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.


India’s Roadmap to Energy Independence by 2047


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/Target Details
Energy Independence Achieve by 2047 (100th year of independence)
Net Zero Emissions Achieve by 2070
Global Oil Demand Share India to contribute ~25% of global incremental demand
Current Crude Demand ~5.4 million barrels/day (India = 3rd largest global consumer)

Ambitious Hydrocarbon Exploration Vision

Initiative Scale & Targets
OALP Round-10 Opened 2.5 lakh sq km for exploration
Future Exploration Goals 0.5 million sq km by 2025, 1.0 million sq km by 2030
Guyana-scale discovery Expected in Andaman Sea
No-Go’ Area Reduction 99% cut, freeing 1 million+ sq km
Supporting Surveys National Seismic Program, Extended Continental Shelf Project, Andaman Offshore, Mission Anveshan

Policy Reforms: Exploration & Beyond

Reform Outcome
HELP Regime Shifted to Revenue Sharing Model, replacing PSC
ORD Act 1948 Amendments Better lease management, safety, and dispute resolution
Integration with Renewables Hybridisation of oil/gas blocks with renewable energy

Refining & Petrochemical Capacity Goals

Parameter Targets
Refining Capacity 310 MMTPA by 2028 (from ~254 MMTPA in 2024)
Petrochemical Sector Expand to $300 billion industry by 2030
Crude Import Diversification From 27 countries (2014) to 40 countries (2025)

Energy Transition & Biofuels Push

Focus Area Achievements & Plans
Global Biofuels Alliance 29+ countries, 14 international organisations
Ethanol Blending Scaled up blending in petrol
CBG, SAF & Biodiesel Rapid deployment across transport and aviation sectors
Equitable Energy Transition “Development with dignity” for the Global South

Ujjwala Moment: LPG & Clean Cooking Leadership

Indicator Value
LPG Connections (PMUY) 103 million+ provided to women (largest in the world)
LPG Coverage From 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

Pillar Key Focus
Diversification Imports from 40 countries, LNG terminals, strategic reserves
Decarbonization Blended fuels, renewable integration, EV & SAF acceleration
Energy Equity Targeted subsidies, LPG for all, CBG in rural grids
Stabilising Role Predictable 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.