The interaction deliberated upon the plans of the companies in India and prospects of partnerships with MoFPI for the upcoming World Food India 2024
Union Minister for Food Processing Industries Chirag Paswan chaired a roundtable interaction with companies engaged in the food & allied sectors to discuss the plans of the companies in India and prospects of partnerships with MoFPI for the upcoming World Food India 2024, being organised from 19th to 22nd September at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi. The industries meet saw the participation of over 30 food processing and allied companies.
In his address, Chirag Paswan mentioned that MoFPI holds a unique position amongst all the stakeholders and emphasised the vast opportunities this sector offers. He extended a heartfelt invitation to all companies for their participation in World Food India 2024. He also expressed his keenness to work with the industry for any issues faced by them and acknowledged the relentless efforts of all the stakeholders – the producers, processors, academia, startups & innovators, toward achieving the vision of Atma Nirbharta and Viksit Bharat. He also mentioned that the Global Food Regulators Summit that FSSAI is organising will take place during WFI from the 20th to the 21st of September.
Joint Secretary Ranjit Singh emphasised the significant role of the food processing sector in the Indian economy. He mentioned that such milestones are only achievable through the unwavering commitment of all stakeholders cumulatively —industry leaders, academic institutions, and dedicated government efforts alike.