# Delhi HC notices to FSSAI, health ministry on ISMA plea against artificial sweeteners 2026-08-07T23:55:51+00:00 | Governance | Indian Opinion Desk Corroboration: 1 independent outlet The Delhi High Court has issued notice to the FSSAI and four union ministries on a petition by the Indian Sugar and Bioenergy Manufacturers Association (ISMA) seeking tighter regulation of non-sugar sweeteners (NSS) in food products. Justice Swarana Kanta Sharma gave the respondents 15 days to file a reply; the next hearing is on September 29. ISMA is demanding independent India-specific scientific studies on the long-term health effects of artificial sweeteners, including their impact on metabolic health, cancer risk and neurological conditions. The association also wants clear warning labels and a ban on misleading marketing terms such as "Sugar Free," "Zero Sugar" and "Diet" unless they are accompanied by prominent disclosures. The court did not pass any interim order restricting NSS use. ## Coverage - thehindubusinessline.com Tags: artificial sweeteners, Consumer safety, Delhi High Court, food regulation, FSSAI, ISMA Canonical: https://indianopinion.org/delhi-hc-notices-to-fssai-health-ministry-on-isma-plea-against-artificial-sweeteners/ License: Summary and commentary (c) Indian Opinion, reusable with attribution. Facts belong to the linked sources. Cite: https://indianopinion.org/delhi-hc-notices-to-fssai-health-ministry-on-isma-plea-against-artificial-sweeteners/#story-in-brief Review state: restored archive article, accurate at time of publication, not offered to search indexes.