Chandigarh: The Haryana Government has taken another important step towards protecting the youth from substance abuse and encouraging them to adopt a healthy and positive lifestyle. Under the leadership of Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini, the ongoing ‘Drug-Free Haryana’ campaign has been expanded, with increased focus on the quality of products related to youth health that are witnessing growing use in the name of enhancing fitness and energy.
As part of this broader initiative, the Food and Drug Administration, Haryana, conducted a special statewide enforcement drive simultaneously across all districts on October 5. During the drive, 61 establishments, including manufacturers, distributors, retailers and chemist outlets, were inspected. A total of 73 samples of nutraceuticals, protein powders and energy drinks were collected under Section 30 of the Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006.
The Commissioner, Food and Drug Administration, said that the government has issued clear and strict directions that no product or business entity compromising the health of the youth will be spared. He said that in the Rohtak case, the product carried a ‘100% Natural’ claim, while mandatory details such as the expiry date, manufacturer’s address and FSSAI licence number were not provided. Action is being taken in such cases under the Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006, and the relevant rules.
The Haryana Government’s youth-centric initiative is aimed not only at taking action against substance abuse but also at providing young people with healthy alternatives and guiding them towards a positive lifestyle. Along with awareness campaigns against drugs, sports activities and regular marathons, the action being taken by the Food and Drug Administration is further strengthening this comprehensive effort.
