LatestLicenses And Certifications 24 October 2026
FSSAI and MSME Registration Rules Simplified
The 2026 regulatory overhaul gives food businesses perpetual FSSAI licences, eliminating periodic renewals, while simplifying the licensing process. At the same time, the government is intensifying MSME support with nationwide Udyam registration drives, including an awareness programme in Ferozepur that guides entrepreneurs on online registration and vendor compliance, and a broader push to empower rural and semi‑urban enterprises through the Udyam portal and new policy incentives.
- FSSAI licence: Under the 2026 framework licences now have perpetual validity, so businesses no longer need to file renewal applications. The process is streamlined for quicker online approval. (Read more)
- MSME awareness: An MSME Hub held an entrepreneur programme in Ferozepur, briefing participants on Udyam registration, vendor onboarding and compliance requirements. (Details)
- Food safety crackdown: New FSSAI enforcement emphasizes simpler licensing and fewer repetitive renewals, aiming to tighten food‑safety standards across the sector. (Full article)
- Rural MSME push: The government promotes a comprehensive drive for MSMEs in rural and semi‑urban areas, leveraging the Udyam portal for online registration and issuing Udyam numbers to boost the grassroots economy. (Press note)
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