Chirag Paswan chairs second meeting of committee to counter misleading publicity on processed foods
Food Processing Industries Minister Chirag Paswan chaired the second meeting of the committee to counter misleading publicity on processed foods at Dr Ambedkar International Centre, New Delhi, on 2 February 2026.
Summary
Union Minister for Food Processing Industries Chirag Paswan chaired the second meeting of the committee set up to counter misleading publicity about processed foods at Dr Ambedkar International Centre, New Delhi, on 2 February 2026. Paswan said myths about processed foods must be countered through science-based communication and called for using counter social-media influencers and digital platforms. Secretary Avinash Joshi outlined actions since the first meeting, including stakeholder consultations, expert review and nationwide outreach of approved FAQs.
Key facts
- Date
- 2 February 2026
- Venue
- Dr Ambedkar International Centre, New Delhi
- Chair
- Chirag Paswan
- Meeting
- Second meeting of the committee
- Actions so far
- Stakeholder consultations, expert review, approved FAQs
Practice MCQs 1 questions
Which Union Minister chaired the second meeting of the committee to counter misleading publicity on processed foods on 2 February 2026?
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Correct answer: B — Chirag Paswan
Food Processing Industries Minister Chirag Paswan chaired the meeting in New Delhi.