Name: Srishti Baliyan
Birth Place: Shamli, Uttar Pradesh, India
Educational Qualification: BSc Food Science and Technology from Sharda University, Uttar Pradesh, India (2015-2018)
MSc Food Science and technology from Maharaja Ranjit Singh Punjab Technical University, Punjab, India (2018-2020)
Languages you speak or write: English and Hindi
What do you do?
I work in the field of FSSAI (Food Safety and Standards Authority of India) regulatory and compliance.
What’s the best part of your profession? What made you choose this profession?
The best part of being in food regulation and compliance is the opportunity to promote ethical business practices and ensure legal compliance within organizations. This profession involves mitigating risks, maintaining adherence to laws and regulations, and safeguarding the company's reputation while providing safe and healthy food to consumers. I chose this profession because I have always been interested in understanding the technology and regulations behind packaged food and ensuring the quality and safety of the food we consume.
Do you like reading? What was the last thing you read?
Yes, I enjoy reading. The last thing I read was the CODEX, which is a collection of international food standards and guidelines.
What is your favorite dish?
Rajma chawal
How would your friends describe you?
My friends would describe me as a person who can be both tough and sweet, depending on the situation.
Who would you like to travel with?
I would like to travel with my family, friends, colleagues, and even alone.
Mention your favorite subjects.
One of my favorite subjects is the technology of fruits and vegetables.
What is your least favorite subject?
My least favorite subject is Food Engineering.
What’s something you wish to change about the world?
One thing I wish to change about the world is the state of healthcare and overall well-being.
What are you passionate about?
I am passionate about my role as a Food Safety Officer.
Best/memorable moment?
One of my recent memorable moments was a trip to Manali.
What do you love to do in your leisure time?
In my leisure time, I love to sleep and catch up on rest.
What do you hate the most?
I dislike individuals who do not follow rules and regulations.
If given a choice, what alternate career would you have opted for?
If given a choice, I might have opted for a career as a professor.
What is your dream travel destination?
Kerala
Where would you like to work in the future?
In the future, I would like to continue working in FSSAI.
Finally, a quote you relate to:
"Access comes with Success."
(Med-Sight/Srishti Baliyan /PB)