Indian state imposes 'fat tax' on junk food The newly-elected government in the southern Indian state of Kerala has introduced a 'fat tax' on food items like burgers, pizzas and doughnuts. The 14.5% tax will be applied to fast food chains such as McDonald's, KFC, Pizza Hut and Domino's. Kerala has the second-highest rate of child obesity among Indian states. While the aim of the new tax would be to curb this growing obesity, especially among kids, the state government is also expected to earn over Rs 100 million ($1.4 million). The list of food items also includes tacos, sandwiches and pastas, but it isn't clear whether it includes local dishes. See http://ift.tt/29vOYPy
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