New Delhi, Feb. 7 -- In a significant move to curb misinformation surrounding processed food products, the Centre has constituted a 19-member committee, spearheaded by Union Minister of Food Processing Industries Chirag Paswan.

The panel aims to ensure transparency and accuracy in the processed food sector's advertising and labeling practices.

The newly formed committee comprises representatives from key ministries, including Health and Consumer Affairs, along with stakeholders from industry bodies such as FICCI, CII, and ASSOCHAM.

It is tasked with formulating policies that provide strategic direction to counter misleading publicity and foster ethical advertising in the industry.

According to the committee's terms of reference, it wi...