The NHRC has issued notices to all states, Union Territories and FSSAI over concerns surrounding ‘analogue paneer’, seeking clarity on its nutritional value, labelling and regulation. It also questioned the need for allowing such products amid restrictions in three states
Maharashtra has imposed a one-year ban on the manufacture, sale and distribution of analogue or artificial paneer following widespread food safety violations. The FDA said over one-third of tested samples failed quality standards, prompting stricter enforcement against adulterated dairy products.
Regulatory authorities are considering rules requiring restaurants in metro cities to disclose the use of analogue paneer on menus. The move follows Maharashtra’s directive and aims to improve transparency, prevent misleading food descriptions and help consumers make informed choices
Food lovers, especially vegetarians, should be aware of analogue paneer that may contain vegetable oils or animal fats and less nutritive value. The restaurant where you order does not reveal whether their paneer is dairy-based or an analogue product made up of either animal fat or vegetable oils
