Strengthening Food Safety: Pesticide Monitoring in India

Reference: FSSAI/202603011615025188

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Strengthening Food Safety: Pesticide Monitoring in India The safety of food is a pressing concern in India, particularly regarding pesticide residues. Recently, the Union Minister of State for Health and Family Welfare, Shri Prataprao Ganpatrao Jadhav, inaugurated the National Stakeholder Consultation on Challenges in Monitoring Pesticide Residues in Food Commodities. This event, organized by the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI), aimed to address the critical issues surrounding pesticide use in agriculture and its impact on public health. The consultation gathered various stakeholders, including government officials, scientific experts, and representatives from farmer organizations, to discuss strategies for improving food safety across the nation. The Need for Stricter Monitoring During the consultation, Minister Jadhav emphasized the urgent need for a nationwide strategy to monitor pesticide residues in food. He called for collective efforts from all stakeholders to promote best practices in food safety and sustainability. The minister pointed out that the current practices in pesticide monitoring require a thorough review. He advocated for the creation of a robust mechanism to tackle the challenges posed by pesticide residues. Agriculture plays a vital role in sustaining millions of livelihoods and ensuring food security in India. With farmers increasingly adopting new technologies, there is a significant opportunity to educate them about the responsible use of pesticides and Good Agricultural Practices (GAPs). Jadhav stressed that collaboration among stakeholders is essential to devise an effective action plan aimed at minimizing pesticide residues in food commodities. This collaborative approach is crucial for ensuring that the food produced is safe for consumption and meets health standards. Addressing Public Health Risks Union Health Secretary Ms. Punya Salila Srivastava highlighted the public health risks associated with the indiscriminat

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• Published 01 Mar 2026
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