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A healthy tax: On taxing foods high in fat, sugar and salt

India faces a growing overnutrition crisis, evidenced by rising adult obesity and metabolic conditions, alongside persistent undernutrition challenges. To address this, a Parliamentary Standing Committee recommends mandatory front-of-pack nutrition labeling for packaged foods, including baby foods. Concurrently, a national consortium, "Let's Fix Our Food," proposes a health tax on high fat, salt, and sugar items, stricter advertising regulations, and healthier school environments. These efforts align with global trends, as many countries implement similar health taxes. With child obesity projected to surge, the author emphasizes the urgency and importance of these comprehensive strategies to educate consumers and foster healthier choices.

The Hindu · The Hindu · Jul 31, 2026 at 7:34 PM

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