A fake Instagram account using the handle @fssaiindiaa is being widely circulated, falsely claiming to represent the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI).
After verification, Channeliam Fact Check confirms that this account is neither operated nor endorsed by FSSAI. The authority’s only official and verified handle is @fssai_safefood.
FSSAI addressed this misinformation through an official post on its verified Facebook page, alerting citizens about the impersonation. The post clearly stated that @fssaiindiaa is a fraudulent page misleading the public under the guise of promoting food safety awareness.
The authority has urged users to report and block the fake page and rely only on verified sources for authentic updates. It also warned that such impersonation attempts are punishable under cybercrime laws.
Channeliam Fact Check reiterates that following or engaging with fake profiles claiming to represent government bodies can spread misinformation and mislead citizens.
Verdict: The Instagram handle @fssaiindiaa is FAKE.
For authentic updates, follow only @fssai_safefood, the verified official account of FSSAI.
