Uttar Pradesh mandates production and expiration dates on eggs
India
From April 1, 2026, every egg sold in Uttar Pradesh will need to have its production and expiration dates printed right on it.
The idea is to help you easily spot how fresh your eggs are; no more guessing or relying on just the tray label.
This move is aimed at improving accountability and helping customers judge freshness.
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If eggs aren't properly marked with these dates, they could be pulled from shelves or even destroyed.
As Additional Chief Secretary Mukesh Meshram explained, this isn't about setting a strict safety cutoff but letting everyone know when their eggs are at their best.
The rule should also encourage better storage and help everyone understand why freshness matters when it comes to eggs.