Health Minister Dr Harsh Vardhan today presided over an online orientation workshop organised by Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) as part of its Eat Right Challenge.<br />'' <br />''He also launched FSSAI's 'Eat Right India' Handbook and the website to help various stakeholders scale up 'Eat Right India' initiatives across the country.<br />'' <br />''The 'Eat Right India' movement initiated by FSSAI has been creating awareness among the people about safe, healthy and sustainable dietary habits.<br />'' <br />''To achieve this and to convert the programme  into people's movement, FSSAI recently announced the Eat Right Challenge.<br />'' <br />''It is an annual competition for 197 Districts and Cities to strengthen the food safety and regulatory environment, build awareness among the consumers and urge them to make better food choices.<br />'' <br />''The Food Safety Commissioners and district officials such as District Magistrates and Designated Officers of the cities also joined in the online workshop.<br />'' <br />''Speaking on the occasion, Dr Vardhan said , of the 135 crore people, 196 million are victims of chronic hunger while another 180 million suffer from obesity.<br />'' <br />''He said, this movement will sharpen our focus towards prioritising food, nutrition and awareness about  eating and dietary habits to prevent and address these challenges. Highlighting the importance of Poshan Abhiyaan, Anaemia Mukt Bharat and Fit India movement, Dr Vardhan added that they are cornerstones of Prime Minister's New India by 2022.<br />'' <br />''<span style="color: #222222;">Minister of State for Health Ashwini Kumar Choubey and FSSAI Chairperson Rita Teotia were also present on the occasion.</span><br />