Putting an end to four months of suspense and speculation over who will helm the country’s New Delhi-based apex food body, Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI), K Chandramouli, who has been strong contender all along, finally took over as the chairman on January 27, 2012.Interestingly, F&B News first wrote about Chandramouli, an IAS officer (1975:Uttar Pradesh cadre) who superannuated as union health secretary, being the likely successor to former chief P I Suvrathan, last September itself.However, the appointment was delayed due to various reasons—the key being the authority was in the midst of implementing the country’s ambitious FSSA, 2006, legislation. But V N Gaur, CEO of the authority who is also the interim chief’s likely exit next month, seems to have hastened up proceedings.Effecting the handing over of the charge, Gaur welcomed the new incumbent and introduced officials of FSSAI to him. Further, he shared the salient features of FSSAI activities and elaborated various points during the presentation made by director (administration) about functioning, structure and progress made by FSSAI.After taking charge, Chandramouli observed that FSSAI targets needed to be clear than just following rules and regulations.He stated, “FSSAI being a new organisation will have to start from scratch and attain as much as possible.”He suggested, “We encompass everyone all the time and not for a one-time affair. The focus shall remain on all - be it food manufacturers, rediwala (small vendors), and big multinationals.” Source:http://www.fnbnews.com
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