Serve Safe Food

Strengthening Street Food Safety

 

Project Serve Safe Food, was launched in 2016, in partnership with National Association of Street Vendors of India (NASVI) and local food safety authorities. It brings together various stakeholders to create a comprehensive training programme and demonstrates the power of collaboration in addressing food safety concerns.

The project trains street food vendors on food safety and hygiene, proper food handling techniques to prevent contamination from purchase to preparation, as well as waste disposal and digital payments.

Around 92,800 street food vendors were trained in safe food handling practices across 26 states and 4 union territories. These vendors received a certificate and a hygiene kit post their training. The behavioural change after the training intervention has been very encouraging. Training programmes like Project Serve Safe Food equip vendors with the necessary tools to improve their food handling practices, diversify their menus, and adapt to changing consumer preferences. This empowerment can contribute to the overall growth and sustainability of their business.