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World Food India 2025 was
inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi, on
September 25.
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The event was described
as the largest edition, hosting 90+ countries and over 2,000 exhibitors.
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New Zealand and Saudi
Arabia were featured as Partner Countries, while Japan, UAE, Vietnam, and
Russia acted as Focus Countries.
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India was highlighted as
the largest producer of milk, onions, pulses, and the second-largest producer
of rice, wheat, sugarcane, and vegetables.
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India is the largest
producer of milk, contributing 25% of the global milk supply, and is also a
leading producer of coarse grains.
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Modi emphasised that
$7.33 billion of FDI inflow had been received in food processing in the last
decade.
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He affirmed that India
had played a vital role during global crop crises and supply chain disruptions.
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The Prime Minister
underlined that India became the third-largest startup ecosystem, with strong
participation in food and agri-tech.
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He mentioned that 25
crore Indians had overcome poverty in the past ten years.
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Farmers, small
entrepreneurs, and cooperatives were praised for transforming the dairy sector
and rural economy.
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The four-day programme
showcased organic food, sustainability, and India’s food processing journey to
global investors.
