Only 250 institutions in Keralam hold ‘Eat Right Campus’ certification; validity of 204 expires
An initiative of FSSAI, ‘Eat Right Campus’ project aims at ensuring safe, healthy and sustainable food on campuses and reducing incidences of food-borne illnesses, deficiency diseases and non-communicable diseases
Only 250 institutions in the southern Indian state of Kerala have earned the 'Eat Right Campus' certification from the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI). This program aims to promote safe, nutritious, and environmentally sustainable food on campus grounds and prevent diet-related diseases among students and staff.
Eligible entities include colleges, universities, workplaces, NGOs, hospitals, anganwadi centers, and correctional facilities. Of the 250 certified institutions, 27 are located in Kannur district, while Kollam and Thrissur districts each have 25. The remaining institutions are spread across other districts, with the highest numbers in Thiruvananthapuram (17), Malappuram (23), and Kozhikode (14).
The certification process evaluates food safety, healthy food provision, sustainable practices, and campus-wide awareness-building. Institutions must score at least three out of five stars to qualify. The certification remains valid for two years. Despite the program's potential impact, some institutions have been slow to apply, citing procedural delays and limited staff resources.
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