Deadline: 12-Dec-2025
FSSAI, in collaboration with MyGov, invites Indian citizens to participate in a national photography contest promoting safe, healthy, and sustainable food practices. Selected photographs will feature in the FSSAI Digital Calendar 2026. Awards range from ₹5,000 to ₹1,000 for first, second, third, and consolation prizes.
FSSAI Photography Contest 2026
Purpose
The contest aims to engage citizens in promoting food safety, nutrition, and sustainability through photography. It encourages participants to create visual stories that highlight responsible food practices and inspire the public to make healthier dietary choices.
Contest Themes
Participants are invited to submit photographs under the following key themes:
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Healthy and Hygienic Street Food – Showcasing safe and sanitary street food practices.
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Hygiene Heroes – Celebrating individuals who maintain or promote food hygiene.
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Stop Obesity – Encouraging awareness about healthy eating habits to prevent obesity.
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Eat Right India – Promoting balanced nutrition and mindful consumption.
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Millets – Highlighting the benefits and use of millets as sustainable food options.
Eligibility
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Open to all Indian citizens.
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Participants must submit original, high-resolution photographs.
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AI-generated images, watermarked images, or plagiarized content are strictly prohibited.
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Photographs must include consent for any identifiable individuals.
Submission Guidelines
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Each photograph must be accompanied by a brief caption explaining the context.
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Images should adhere to technical specifications set by FSSAI, including resolution and format.
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Submissions must reflect the contest themes and convey meaningful stories aligned with safe, healthy, and sustainable food practices.
Awards
A total of 12 prizes will be awarded:
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First Prize: 3 winners × ₹5,000 each
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Second Prize: 3 winners × ₹4,000 each
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Third Prize: 3 winners × ₹3,000 each
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Consolation Prize: 3 winners × ₹1,000 each
Winning photographs will also be featured in the FSSAI Digital Calendar 2026, with certificates of appreciation issued to all awardees.
Recognition and Impact
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Shortlisted entries will gain national visibility through the FSSAI Digital Calendar.
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The contest emphasizes storytelling through visuals, turning everyday scenes into educational and motivational content for safer and healthier eating habits.
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It provides a platform for citizens to showcase creativity while promoting public health awareness.
Conclusion
The FSSAI Photography Contest 2026 offers an exciting opportunity for Indian citizens to combine creativity with public health advocacy. By highlighting themes such as hygiene, nutrition, and sustainable eating, the contest not only rewards artistic talent but also spreads awareness of safer and healthier food practices across the country.
For more information, visit MyGov.