Which of the following statements is mandatory for Food Business Operators (FBOs) with reference to fortification of foods?

Correct option is D

Under the FSSAI’s Food Fortification Regulations (2018), fortification is generally voluntary, not mandatory for all food business operators (FBOs), except for specific programs like PDS or midday meals. Therefore, Option (a) is incorrect.
The +F logo is mandatory on all fortified food packages, but iodized salt fortified only with iodine (as per salt standards) does not necessarily need the +F logo unless other micronutrients are added. So, Option (c) is partially incorrect.
The tagline ‘Sampoorna Poshan, Swasth Jeevan’ is advisory, not mandatory on packaging. Hence, Option (b) is incorrect.
For iron-fortified foods, the FSSAI mandates a specific cautionary declaration: “ People with Thalassemia may take under medical supervision and persons with Sickle Cell Anaemia are advised not to consume iron fortified food products.” This is a mandatory labeling requirement due to potential health risks.
Hence, the correct answer is Option (d).