Central Govt. Asks FSSAI To Look InTo Maggi Issue

29 May,New Delhi

The Union Government has asked the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India,FSSAI to look into the quality issues related to global giant Nestle’s famous noodle brand Maggi.

Food and Consumer Affairs Minister Ram Vilas Paswan Friday told this to reporters in New Delhi on the sidelines of a function.

Paswan said that it is a serious issue and under the current law, FSSAI has the power to take action,including imposing fine and hefty punishment.

He said, in addition to it, a class action suit can be initiated into the matter if a complaint with National Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission is filed.

Last month, the Uttar Pradesh Food Safety and Drug Administration had asked the company to withdraw a batch of Maggi noodles after it found high levels of added Monosodium Glutamate,MSG a taste enhancer and lead beyond permissible limits.

Disputing the claim, Nestle India had said that the company does not agree with the order and is filing the requisite representations with the authorities.