India needs to strengthen measures to promote the pink revolution in food industry for better nutrition and health. Critically elucidate the statement.
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The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India has informed the Supreme Court that front-of-pack nutrition labelling will be implemented in a single comprehensive phase rather than multiple staggered stages. During ongoing judicial proceedings, the regulatory body sought a four-month timeframe to issue and finalize the draft regulations under the Food Safety and Standards Act, marking a significant policy push toward addressing rising non-communicable diseases and empowering consumer dietary choices nationwide.
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