Abbott Nutrition, a leading baby food manufacturer, is facing scrutiny for co-sponsoring a national paediatrics summit in Dehradun, India. Despite laws that prohibit baby food manufacturers from funding medical conferences, Abbott Nutrition’s involvement in the event has raised concerns. The Indian Academy of Paediatrics had previously accepted funding from Abbott Nutrition, citing that the sponsorship was from a different division of the company. However, the Ministry of Health has highlighted this as a violation of the Infant Milk Substitutes Act. This move has sparked a debate on the ethical implications of such sponsorships and the potential influence of baby food companies on medical practitioners. The issue has drawn attention to the need for stricter regulations and transparency in the healthcare sector to avoid conflicts of interest. Stay tuned for more updates on this developing story.