Current Context : Shri Rajit Punhani, a 1991-batch IAS officer (Bihar cadre), assumed charge as the CEO of FSSAI.

 About FSSAI

• Full Form: Food Safety and Standards Authority of India
• Established under: Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006
• Type: Autonomous body
• Works under: Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Government of India
• Headquarters: New Delhi
• Mandate: Lays down standards for food articles and regulates their manufacture, storage, distribution, sale, and import to ensure safe and wholesome food.