The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has published new standards for basmati rice, which will come into effect on August 1, 2023. The new standards specify the identity standards for basmati rice varieties, including brown, milled, parboiled, and milled parboiled. Basmati rice must possess the natural fragrance characteristic of basmati rice and be free from artificial coloring, polishing agents, and artificial fragrances. The FSSAI norms on aromatic and long-grain rice aim to establish fair practices in the trade and protect consumer interest, both domestically and globally. The annual production of basmati rice in India is around 8.5 to 9 million tonnes, and India accounts for two-thirds of its global supply. Adv. Samarjeet Singh (Amritsar)
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