Crackdown on Junk Food: MP Assembly Addresses Childhood Heart Attacks

Junk food consumption linked to childhood heart attacks in Indore was discussed in the Madhya Pradesh assembly, prompting calls for strict FSSAI guidelines enforcement. The assembly also focused on healthcare facility inadequacies, filling doctor vacancies, and passing a significant budget without new taxes.

The Madhya Pradesh assembly was informed that junk food consumption is contributing to childhood heart attacks in Indore, sparking a call for strict enforcement of FSSAI guidelines to break the cycle of fast food-related diseases.

During the Budget session's conclusion, Chief Minister Mohan Yadav addressed healthcare inadequacies, noting efforts to fill doctor vacancies by October. BJP MLA Riti Pathak highlighted the shortage of medical staff, emphasizing disparities in healthcare access between districts.

The assembly passed a substantial Rs 4,21,032 crore Budget, foregoing new taxes while addressing healthcare, amid rising concerns about junk food's impact on health.

(With inputs from agencies.)