Archive · 25 Oct 2025
NHRC Issues Notice on Reused Cooking Oil, Citing Health Risks
The NHRC, a group protecting human rights, is looking into the problem of restaurants and food vendors possibly reusing cooking oil.
Someone complained that this could be unhealthy.
Reheating oil can release harmful substances, leading to serious health problems like cancer and heart issues.
The NHRC has asked the government to investigate and provide a report.
FSSAI guidelines say oil shouldn't be reheated too many times to avoid health risks.
This investigation is important because it could be affecting people's right to good health.
NHRC issued notice to Health Ministry and FSSAI regarding reused cooking oil.
The complaint cited potential health risks, including cancer and heart issues.
NHRC seeks a state-wise report and action taken report within two weeks.
Reheating oil releases toxic fumes and increases cholesterol levels.
FSSAI guidelines recommend limiting oil reuse and avoiding reheating as much as possible.
- Who
- National Human Rights Commission (NHRC), Health Ministry, Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI)
- What
- NHRC issued notice regarding reused cooking oil
- When
- Within two weeks
- Where
- India
- Why
- Concerns about public health and potential human rights violations
- Organizations Involved
- NHRC, Health Ministry, FSSAI
- Subject of Inquiry
- Widespread reuse of cooking oil
- Health Risks
- Cancer, heart issues, liver failure
- FSSAI Guidelines
- Avoid reheating; maximum 3 times reuse
- NHRC Action
- Issued notice; seeks state-wise report
