On September 23, 2025, Union Health Minister Shri JP Nadda unveiled the logo and brochures for the Global Food Regulators Summit (GFRS) 2025 at Nirman Bhawan. The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI), under the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, will host GFRS 2025 at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi from September 26-27, 2025, alongside the World Food India 2025 event. The summit's theme is "Evolving Food Systems - Yatha Annam Tatha Manah." The summit aims to provide a platform for global regulators to share perspectives, harmonize standards, strengthen risk assessment capacities, and explore new areas of technological advancement in food safety. The summit will also see the unveiling of the 'Eat Right Thali' book by FSSAI celebrating India's culinary heritage and balanced diets. The Global Food Regulators Summit 2025 marks the third consecutive edition of the event hosted by FSSAI. Shri Rajit Punhani, CEO, FSSAI; Shri Uma Shankar Dhyani, Executive Director (HR), FSSAI; Shri Nikhil Gajraj, Joint Secretary, MoHFW and senior officials of FSSAI and MoHFW were present at the event.
Key Entities Referenced
Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi: The location for the GFRS 2025.
World Food India 2025: A related event taking place alongside the GFRS 2025.
Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI): The primary organization hosting the Global Food Regulators Summit (GFRS) 2025 and responsible for advancing food safety standards in India.
Global Food Regulators Summit (GFRS) 2025: An international summit bringing together food regulators, scientists, policymakers, and stakeholders to discuss food safety, regulatory harmonization, and innovation.
Ministry of Health and Family Welfare: The ministry under whose aegis the FSSAI operates and which supports the GFRS 2025.
Ministry of Health and Family Welfare
Union Health Minister Shri J P Nadda unveils logo
and brochures of Global Food Regulators Summit
2025
FSSAI to host GFRS 2025 alongside World Food
India 2025 event at Bharat Mandapam from 26th to
27th September
Posted On: 23 SEP 2025 12:40PM by PIB Delhi
Union Minister of Health and Family Welfare, Shri Jagat Prakash Nadda unveiled the logo of the Global Food
Regulators Summit (GFRS) 2025 along with the Brochure at Nirman Bhawan, today. The Summit is being
organised from 26th to 27th of September at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi, by the Food Safety and
Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) under the aegis of the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, alongside
the World Food India 2025 event being organised by the Ministry of Food Processing Industries (MoFPI).In his keynote address, the Union Health Minister highlighted that this year’s theme for GFRS, “Evolving
Food Systems- Yatha Annam Tatha Manah”, beautifully reflects the profound connection between the quality
of food and the health of mind and society. “Food is not merely nourishment, it is a force that shapes physical
well-being, mental health, emotional balance, and societal harmony,” he said.
Shri Nadda acknowledged the pivotal role of FSSAI and the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare in
advancing food safety standards in India and contributing significantly to global progress in this critical area.
He stated that “Multi-dimensionary approach should be taken to ensure that the food we consume is safe and
healthy. Food regulators need to be alert to changing food habits and market. Food safety standards, rules and
regulations should be updated accordingly.”
Speaking about the vision of GFRS 2025, Shri Nadda said: “The Summit will provide a unique platform for
global regulators to share perspectives, harmonize standards, strengthen risk assessment capacities, andexplore new areas of technological advancement in food safety. The objective is to protect consumer health
and foster fair trade, innovation, and sustainable food systems that benefit all.”
He concluded his address by wishing FSSAI a successful and fruitful summit.
The Summit will also see the unveiling of the ‘Eat Right Thali’ book, a significant initiative by FSSAI
celebrating India’s diverse culinary heritage and balanced diets. The book showcases traditional thalis from all
states, with each thali reflecting local ingredients, cooking practices, and age-old dietary wisdom, offering
balance and variety. Aligned with Hon’ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi’s call, it highlights traditional
diets as a tool against obesity and lifestyle diseases. This compilation is both a cultural tribute and a guide to
preventive health through mindful, indigenous eating.
The Global Food Regulators Summit 2025 will feature a diverse range of activities including keynote
addresses by international organizations and scientists, technical and plenary sessions with food regulators,
interactive sessions with national and international stakeholders and bilateral and multilateral meetings to
address current and emerging challenges. The Summit will provide opportunities for knowledge exchange and
development of harmonized approaches to food safety. The Summit's architecture is structured around eight
inter-connected plenary sessions, complemented by high-level parallel conclaves, reflecting the forward-
looking aspects of food safety regulation.
The Global Food Regulators Summit 2025 marks the third consecutive edition of the event hosted by FSSAI.
Building on the success of the last two summits, FSSAI has firmly positioned India as a hub for global food
safety initiatives and regulatory dialogue. The Summit brings together the collective efforts of ministries,
international organizations including WHO, Codex, FAO, and EFSA, along with national stakeholders and
research institutes, thereby creating a robust ecosystem for innovation, regulatory harmonization, and capacity
building in food safety. With the active participation of international experts and organizations, GFRS has
established itself as a unique global forum where regulators, scientists, policymakers, and stakeholders
converge to chart pathways for safer, more resilient, and inclusive food systems worldwide.
Shri Rajit Punhani, CEO, FSSAI; Shri Uma Shankar Dhyani, Executive Director (HR), FSSAI; Shri Nikhil
Gajraj, Joint Secretary, MoHFW and senior officials of FSSAI and MoHFW were present at the event.
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