The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has certified over 500 hospitals nationwide as ‘Eat Right Campus’. This program, a cornerstone of FSSAI’s Eat Right India movement, is dedicated to fostering safe, healthy, and sustainable food settings within diverse institutions and workplaces, including hospitals. This milestone marks a significant change in the healthcare sector’s approach, emphasizing the importance of nutritious dietary options alongside medical care to enhance the health and wellness of both staff and visitors.
Out of these accredited hospitals and medical colleges, a remarkable 100 are government hospitals, setting a commendable example by guaranteeing access to safe and nourishing food for everyone. The extensive embrace of the “Eat Right Campus” program underscores hospitals’ shared dedication to advancing food safety and sustainable approaches, prioritizing the health and satisfaction of both their personnel and guests.
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Institutions such as SNM Hospital Leh, Bangalore Baptist Hospital, Mumbai’s Breach Candy Hospital, and Tata Memorial Hospital are also at the forefront of this transformation, actively embracing the initiative. From renowned establishments like Delhi’s Fortis Hospital, BLK Max Hospital, and Lok Nayak Hospital in the national capital region to facilities like Kalimpong Hospital in Darjeeling, West Bengal, and District Women’s Hospital in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, as well as over 50 Sadar/District hospitals nationwide, attaining certification as an Eat Right Campus reflects a steadfast dedication to food safety spanning diverse geographical regions.
Launched in 2019 as part of the Eat Right India movement, the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has implemented stringent standards and a thorough assessment procedure for the ‘Eat Right Campus’ certification program.
Hospitals undergo comprehensive audits to ensure adherence to four essential parameters: food safety protocols, initiatives promoting the availability of nutritious food, and endeavors to enhance awareness among individuals for making informed dietary decisions.
Leading the nationwide ‘Eat Right India’ movement, FSSAI is making substantial progress in promoting healthy eating habits within workplaces through its ‘Eat Right Campus’ initiative. With over 2,900 workplaces now acknowledged as Eat Right Campuses nationwide, the lives of countless individuals working in these settings are being positively impacted.
The initiative not only enhances the reputation and public image of the certified campuses but also serves as a source of inspiration for others to embrace comparable best practices, demonstrating their dedication to the health and well-being of their employees.
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