Order on directions under section 16 (5) of FSS Act, 2006 regarding giving relaxation to the FBO’s during Covid-19 conditions (order dated – 23.06.2021) – FSSAI
View PdfOrder on directions under section 16 (5) of FSS Act, 2006 regarding giving relaxation to the FBO’s during Covid-19 conditions (order dated – 23.06.2021) – FSSAI
- The following relaxations granted w.e.f 30th June, 2021.
- Permission to temporarily operate food business (Other than manufactures) on the basis of 17 digits application reference number.
- In case of Manufacturers, they are allowed to operate their food business with higher capacity, on the basis of application for modification of license.
- Limited inspections and e-inspection allowed.
- However in view of pandemic, FSSAI has decided to extend the relaxations up to 31st August, 2021 for the following provisions:
- Extension for timeline for submission of online annual returns through FOSCOS.
- Waiver of late fee for renewing the license.
- All licensing authorities are directed to widely publicise the online submission on annual return mandatory through FOSCOS and may initiate necessary action against defaulter food businesses after the last date of submission.
