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IN PHOTOS: Sudents in Maharashtra may soon see healthier school menus

Updated On: 30 July, 2026 06:09 PM IST | Anushree Gaikwad

From birthday chocolates and vada pav to healthier snacks and balanced meals, Maharashtra's schools are set for a major food makeover. The Maharashtra Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has introduced stringent food safety and nutrition norms aimed at promoting healthy eating habits among nearly 2 crore students across 1.08 lakh schools. Here's a look at the key changes that could reshape what children eat in and around schools. (File Pics)

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The move aims to eliminate unhealthy food from school environments and promote balanced diets among children. (File Pic)
The move aims to eliminate unhealthy food from school environments and promote balanced diets among children. (File Pic)
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The Maharashtra Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has launched a statewide crackdown to enforce school food safety regulations, bringing nearly 1.08 lakh schools and around 2 crore students under stricter nutrition and food safety norms

The Maharashtra Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has launched a statewide crackdown to enforce school food safety regulations, bringing nearly 1.08 lakh schools and around 2 crore students under stricter nutrition and food safety norms

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The sale, advertisement and free distribution of high-fat, salt and sugar (HFSS) food items is banned, the FDA chief said

The sale, advertisement and free distribution of high-fat, salt and sugar (HFSS) food items is banned, the FDA chief said

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Restaurants, sweet shops and other food outlets located within 50 metres of schools will also be inspected for compliance

Restaurants, sweet shops and other food outlets located within 50 metres of schools will also be inspected for compliance

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The FDA clarified that enforcement extends beyond canteens. Schools have been advised against distributing or serving chocolates, samosas, vada pav and laddoos

The FDA clarified that enforcement extends beyond canteens. Schools have been advised against distributing or serving chocolates, samosas, vada pav and laddoos

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Other deep-fried, sugary or trans-fat-rich foods during birthdays, Independence Day, Diwali and other celebrations

Other deep-fried, sugary or trans-fat-rich foods during birthdays, Independence Day, Diwali and other celebrations

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The FDA will conduct at least two inspections annually in every school to monitor compliance

The FDA will conduct at least two inspections annually in every school to monitor compliance

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The regulations apply to children from 22 months of age up to Class 12 students.

The regulations apply to children from 22 months of age up to Class 12 students.

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