October 15, 2025

Get ready, food lovers and health buffs! World Food Day on October 16 is about to get exciting. The India Food and Beverage Association (IFBA), joined by the National Institute of Food Technology, Entrepreneurship and Management (NIFTEM-Kundli) and the Institute of Hotel Management, Catering and Nutrition (IHM-Delhi), is stirring the pot to bring us the truth on food myths. They are gathering industry experts, regulators, researchers, and academicians to sift fact from fiction. Why this big fuss? Palm oil, processed foods, A1/A2 ghee, and protein supplements have long been caught in a cloud of confusion and misinformation. The event promises to clear the air with solid science and facts, so consumers can eat smartly and safely. A joint statement from leaders HS Oberoi (Director, NIFTEM-K), Deepak Jolly (Chairperson, IFBA), and Kamal Kant Pant (Principal & Secretary, IHM Delhi) says, “We are pleased to come together to celebrate World Food Day, not only by creating a right platform for discussion and awareness around food safety and nutrition but also by launching an exciting ‘Healthy Snacking’ contest, supported by the Indian Federation of Culinary Associations.” The ‘Healthy Snacking’ contest is set to be a fiery showdown judged by culinary legends Sudhir Sibal (Ambassador to World Chefs Without Borders), Madhusudan Gupta (Treasurer of the Indian Federation of Culinary Associations), and nutrition expert Manjari Chandra. The contest will spotlight fresh talent ready to lead India's future with safe, delicious, and nutritious snacks. This amazing initiative aims to push forward safe and resilient food systems through lively talks, hands-on demos, and close teamwork with all key players. So, if you want to know the truth about your favorite foods and dive into some tasty, healthy snacks, October 16 is your date! Mark your calendars for a day packed with flavors, facts, and food fun unlike any other!

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Tags: World food day, Healthy snacking, Food myths, Palm oil, Ghee a1 a2, Protein supplements,