The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has issued a directive prohibiting street food vendors in Mumbai from using newspapers for wrapping and serving food, citing significant health risks. This decision follows a recent inspection where newspapers were found being used at a popular vada pav outlet. FSSAI highlighted that printing inks contain harmful substances, including lead and other heavy metals, which can leach into food, potentially causing serious health issues. The Food Safety and Standards (Packaging) Regulations, 2018, already forbids the use of newspapers for food packaging, and vendors are now encouraged to adopt safer alternatives such as food-grade paper. FSSAI is collaborating with state authorities to ensure compliance and promote sustainable packaging practices across the food sector. This initiative aims to enhance food safety and protect public health by reducing the risk of foodborne illnesses associated with contaminated packaging materials.