Halal Certificate Ban in U.P., Reasons, Issuance of Halal Certificates

Uttar Pradesh Government’s Food Security and Drug Administration banned the “manufacture, sale, storage and distribution of halal-certified products with immediate effect.

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Context: Uttar Pradesh Government’s Food Security and Drug Administration banned the “manufacture, sale, storage and distribution of halal-certified products with immediate effect.

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About term Halal

Halal (Arabic term) means ‘permissible’, as opposed to notions of haram (prohibited) in Islam.
A halal certificate means the product is fit to be consumed by followers of the faith.
Relevant for meat items and essential while exporting meat to Muslim countries.

Reason for Halal Certificate Ban in U.P.

Allegations of Forgery: The government initiated action against halal certifying organizations based on allegations of issuing forged certificates.
Misrepresentation: The complaint suggested that these organizations were using forged certificates to mislead consumers and boost sales among a specific community.
Social Harmony: The issue raised concerns about the trustworthiness of these certificates and the potential for creating social animosity.

Issuance of Halal Certificates

Certification Bodies: Halal certificates in India are issued by two main bodies, the Jamiat Ulama-i-Hind’s Halal Unit (meat products) and the Halal Shariat Islamic Law Board (food products).
Accreditation: Both bodies are accredited by the National Accreditation Board for Certification Bodies (NABCB), ensuring adherence to international standards.
Compliance with Regulations: These agencies comply with the regulations set by the Indian government, including registration with NABCB and adherence to GST and income tax laws.
Collaboration for Global Promotion: The Jamiat Ulama-i-Hind Halal Trust works with APEDA and Indian embassies to promote Indian Halal certified products globally.
Financial Transparency: All transactions, GST and income tax payments, and auditing are conducted with full financial transparency.

Other Facts about the Halal Certificate Ban in U.P.

The halal certification ban in Uttar Pradesh does not apply to export products.
Jamiat Ulama-i-Hind’s Halal Unit continues to issue halal certificates for export products.
- Only issue halal certificates for non-vegetarian products
Some vegetarian food items meant for export carry halal certificates.
- Occasionally, surplus packages from these exports are sold domestically.