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Conference

Proposed Themes & Sessions

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Plenary 1

Strides towards Atma Nirbharta ‒ Vision 2047

Inauguration image

Plenary 2

Niveshakon ka Amrit Kaal

Hall No. 1

State Session

Gujarat

  • 14:00 - 15:15 PM
  • 2023-11-03
Hall No. 1

State Session

Punjab

  • 15:45 - 17:00 PM
  • 2023-11-03
Hall No. 2

State Session

Kerala

  • 14:00 - 15:15 PM
  • 2023-11-03
Hall No. 2

State Session

Tamil Nadu

  • 15:45 - 17:00 PM
  • 2023-11-03
Hall No. 3

Allied Session

AYUSH

  • 14:00 - 15:15 PM
  • 2023-11-03
Hall No. 3

Allied Session

MoA&FW

  • 15:45 - 17:00 PM
  • 2023-11-03
Hall No. 4

Allied Session

DoFisheries

  • 14:00 - 15:15 PM
  • 2023-11-03
Hall No. 4

Allied Session

MoAH&D

  • 15:45 - 17:00 PM
  • 2023-11-03
Hall No. 5

Thematic Session

Financial Inclusion
 

Sub Topic :

  1. Government Schemes and Initiatives for Financial Empowerment in Food Processing

  2. Financial Inclusion in Food Processing Industry

  3. Access to Finance: Challenges and Solutions for Food Processing Businesses

  4. Investment and Funding Opportunities for Food Entrepreneurs in India

  5. Role of Finance in Growth of Food Processing Businesses in India

 

 

 
  • 14:00 - 15:15 PM
  • 2023-11-05
Hall No. 5

Thematic Session

Machinery & Technology
 

Sub Topic:

  1. Advanced Machinery for Food Packaging and Quality Control

  2. Smart factories

  3. Innovations in Post-Harvest Engineering

  4. Eco-friendly practices

  5. Enhancing operational efficiency

 

 

 
  • 15:45 - 17:00 PM
  • 2023-11-03
Hall No. 6

Thematic Session

Shree Anna / Millets
 

Sub Topic: 

1Production opportunities & supply chain management

2. Consumer centric value addition through automated processing

3. Shelf life, Quality and Standards

4. Promotion through Branding and Market Linkages

5. Innovations in Millet Processing

 

  • 14:00 - 15:15 PM
  • 2023-11-03
Hall No. 6

Thematic Session

Dairy
 

Sub-Topics:

  1. Opportunities for Dairy Industry

  2. New Techniques in Dairy Farming

  3. Sustainable Dairy Production

  4. Innovations in the Dairy Processing sector

  5. Consumer Trends and Demands / Market Challenges and Trade Potential

 

  • 15:45 - 17:00 PM
  • 2023-11-03
Hall No. 1

State Session

Telangana

  • 10:00 - 11:15 AM
  • 2023-11-04
Hall No. 1

State Session

Andhra Pradesh

  • 11:45 - 13:00 PM
  • 2023-11-04
Hall No. 1

State Session

Jharkhand

  • 14:00 - 15:15 PM
  • 2023-11-03
Hall No. 1

State Session

Odisha

  • 15:45 - 17:00 PM
  • 2023-11-04
Hall No. 2

State Session

Uttar Pradesh

  • 10:00 - 11:15 AM
  • 2023-11-04
Hall No. 2

State Session

Jammu & Kashmir

  • 11:45 - 13:00 PM
  • 2023-11-04
Hall No. 2

State Session

Madhya Pradesh

  • 14:00 - 15:15 PM
  • 2023-11-04
Hall No. 2

State Session

West Bengal

  • 15:45 - 17:00 PM
  • 2023-11-04
Hall No. 3

Country Session

NETHERLANDS

  • 10:00 - 11:15
  • 2023-11-04
Hall No. 3

Allied Session

FSSAI

  • 11:45 - 13:00 PM
  • 2023-11-04
Hall No. 3

Allied Session

FSSAI

  • 14:00 - 15:15 PM
  • 2023-11-04
Hall No. 3

Allied Session

FSSAI

  • 15:45 - 17:00 PM
  • 2023-11-04
Hall No. 4

Allied Session

DONER

  • 10:00 - 11:15 AM
  • 2023-11-04
Hall No. 4

Country Session

DENMARK

  • 11:45 - 13:00 PM
  • 2023-11-04
Hall No. 4

Allied Session

DPIIT / Invest India

  • 14:00 - 15:15 PM
  • 2023-11-04
Hall No. 4

Organisation Session

WGAI / ISWAI

  • 15:45 - 17:00 PM
  • 2023-11-04
Hall No. 5

Thematic Session

Food Packaging

Sub Topic: 

1. Smart Packaging to Enhance Food Safety and Quality

2. Packaging Solutions to Extend Shelf Life and Reduce Food Waste

3. Sustainable and Eco-Friendly Packaging in the Food Industry

4. Innovations in Food Packaging Materials and Designs

5. Market Trends and Opportunities in Food Packaging Industry

 

  • 10:00 - 11:15 AM
  • 2023-11-04
Hall No. 5

Thematic Session

Marine, Poultry & Meat

Sub-Topics:


1. Sustainable Practices in Marine Processing: Preserving Ocean Ecosystems

2. Technological innovations in the industry

3. Quality assurance and food safety

4. Consumer expectations and market trends

5. Sustainable Production Practices

 

  • 11:45 - 13:00 PM
  • 2023-11-04
Hall No. 5

Thematic Session

Bakery & Confectionaries

Sub-Topics:


1. Expanding Value Chain in Bakery & Confectionary

2. R&D in Ingredients

3. Product Diversification

4. Enhancing scale and reach in bakery & confectionary

5. Market Access in Bakery and Confectionary

  • 14:00 - 15:15 PM
  • 2023-11-04
Hall No. 5

Organisation Session

Future Food Foundation

  • 15:45 - 17:00 PM
  • 2023-11-04
Hall No. 6

Thematic Session

Nutraceuticals

Sub Topics: 

1. Market Opportunities and Competitive Landscape

2. Research and Development in nutraceuticals and functional foods

3. Processing in Wellness Foods

4. Quality Standards and regulatory requirements

5. Promotion and scope for Organic Products

 

  • 10:00 - 11:15 AM
  • 2023-11-04
Hall No. 6

Thematic Session

Role of eCommerce in Food Processing

Sub Topic:

1. Increase market access

2. Insights in Consumer Behaviour

3. Opportunities in Food Delivery

4. Growth of eCommerce in Food Value Chain

5. Quality Assurance and Standardization of products

 

  • 11:45 - 13:00 PM
  • 2023-11-04
Hall No. 6

Thematic session

Emerging Technologies in Food Processing

Sub Topics: 

1. Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning in Food Processing

2. Customizing Food Production based on Market Analysis

3. Blockchain and Traceability in the Food Supply Chain

4. Scaling Up Cloud Kitchens

5. Future Skilling in Food Processing

 

 

  • 14:00 - 15:15 PM
  • 2023-11-04
Hall No. 6

Thematic session

Edible Oils & Fats

Sub Topics: 

1. New Technologies in Edible Oils & Fats

2. Sustainable Sourcing

3. Indian products for Global Consumption

4. Growth of Edible Oils

5. Redesigning Edible Oils for Health & Nutrition

 

  • 15:45 - 17:00 PM
  • 2023-11-04
Hall No. 3

State Session

Bihar

  • 10:00 - 11:15 AM
  • 2023-11-05
Hall No. 1

State Session

TBD

  • 11:45 - 13:00 PM
  • 2023-11-05
Hall No. 2

State Session

TBD

  • 10:00 - 11:15 AM
  • 2023-11-05
Hall No. 2

State Session

TBD 

  • 11:45 - 13:00 PM
  • 2023-11-05
Hall No. 3

Allied Session

DoC

  • 10:00 - 11:15 AM
  • 2023-11-05
Hall No. 3

Allied Session

DoC

  • 11:45 - 13:00 PM
  • 2023-11-05
Hall No. 4

Organisation Session

Good Food Institute

  • 10:00 - 11:15 AM
  • 2023-11-05
Hall No. 4

Organisation Session

UNESCAP

  • 11:45 - 13:00 PM
  • 2023-11-05
Hall No. 5

Thematic Session

Logistics & Storage

Sub Topic: 

1. Role of ports in growth of Food Processing Sector

2. Cold Chain Logistics and Modular Cold Storage Units

3. Smart Warehousing and Cloud-based Inventory Management

4. Efficient Logistic Solutions

5. Strengthening Supply Chain with Last Mile Connectivity

 

 

  • 10:00 - 11:15 AM
  • 2023-11-05
Hall No. 5

Thematic Session

RTE / RTC

Sub Topic:

1. Current landscape and opportunities

2. New Age Automation and Technology in RTE/RTC Production

3. Consumer centric value addition in RTE / RTC products

4. Fortifying foods with essential nutrients.

5. Traditional Indian foods for the global RTE / RTC sector

 

 

  • 11:45 - 13:00 PM
  • 2023-11-05
Hall No. 6

Thematic Session

Cereals & Pulses

Sub Topic: 

1Modern Methods of Pulse and Cereal Processing

2. Promotion and branding of processed cereals and pulses

3. Fortification in cereal processing

4. Organic Value Chains

5. Making Indian Products Global

 

  • 10:00 - 11:15 AM
  • 2023-11-05
Hall No. 6

Thematic Session

Fruits & Vegetables

Sub Topic: 

1. Post-Harvest Handling and Preservation Methods

2. Diversification of Fruits & Vegetables Products

3. Packaging and Preservation Techniques for Extended Shelf Life and Market Reach

4. Enhancing scale and reach in processed Fruits & Vegetables

5. Technological Advancements and Innovations in Fruits & Vegetables Processing

 

  • 11:45 - 13:00 PM
  • 2023-11-05

Sessions WFI 2023

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Roadshow in Mumbai

07th September, 2023

On September 7, 2023, World Food India organisers team successfully concluded a domestic roadshow in Mumbai. The event was attended by Dr Jitendra Dongre from the Ministry of Food Processing Industries, and several industry stakeholders and associations, including Forum of Indian Food Importers , Hospitality Purchasing ManagersForum - HPMF and Retailers Association of India (RAI) . Chef Ashish

On September 7, 2023, World Food India organisers team successfully concluded a domestic roadshow in Mumbai. The event was attended by Dr Jitendra Dongre from the Ministry of Food Processing Industries, and several industry stakeholders and associations, including Forum of Indian Food Importers , Hospitality Purchasing ManagersForum - HPMF and Retailers Association of India (RAI) . Chef Ashish Bhasin and Chef Rakhee Vaswani also attended the event, where they were apprised about the highly-anticipated mega food expo, World Food India 2023, the flagship event of MoFPI.

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Industry Roundtable under chairpersonship of Secretary, FPI at Kolkata

04th September, 2023

At a recent roundtable, co-chaired by 𝐒𝐦𝐭 𝐀𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐚 𝐏𝐫𝐚𝐯𝐞𝐞𝐧, Secretary, MOFPI Government of India and 𝐃𝐫 𝐒𝐮𝐛𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐚 𝐆𝐮𝐩𝐭𝐚, Additional Chief Secretary, Department of Food Processing Industries and Horticulture, Government of West Bengal, Invest India shared valuable information about the sector and the significance o

At a recent roundtable, co-chaired by 𝐒𝐦𝐭 𝐀𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐚 𝐏𝐫𝐚𝐯𝐞𝐞𝐧, Secretary, MOFPI Government of India and 𝐃𝐫 𝐒𝐮𝐛𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐚 𝐆𝐮𝐩𝐭𝐚, Additional Chief Secretary, Department of Food Processing Industries and Horticulture, Government of West Bengal, Invest India shared valuable information about the sector and the significance of millets. They also invited participation in 𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐥𝐝 𝐅𝐨𝐨𝐝 𝐈𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐚 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟑, a flagship event of MoFPI.

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Promotion of WFI 2023 along Roadshow in Thailand

24th - 25th August, 2023

Shri Sanoj Kumar Jha, Addl Secy of MOFPI, along with representatives from Invest India and FICCI had a meeting with Mr Tust Thangsombat, President of the Thai Food Processor's Association in Bangkok. The objective was to discuss expanding business opportunities in the Indian food processing sector and their potential participation in World Food India 2023. The team also met with senior lead

Shri Sanoj Kumar Jha, Addl Secy of MOFPI, along with representatives from Invest India and FICCI had a meeting with Mr Tust Thangsombat, President of the Thai Food Processor's Association in Bangkok. The objective was to discuss expanding business opportunities in the Indian food processing sector and their potential participation in World Food India 2023. The team also met with senior leaders of the Thai Union Group in Bangkok, Thailand, to gain insight into the country & policy and business ecosystem. The meeting resulted in a cordial invitation to participate in World Food India, a flagship event of MoFPI at Pragati Maidan in New Delhi, scheduled for November 3-5, 2023.

The next day team also met with the Secretary-General of the Food and Drug Administration in Bangkok, Thailand. They discussed Thailand's licensing procedures and regulatory ecosystem and invited them to participate in  WFI 2023. 

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Promotion of WFI 2023 along Roadshow in Vietnam

21st - 23rd August, 2023

Shri 𝐒𝐚𝐧𝐨𝐣 𝐊𝐮𝐦𝐚𝐫 𝐉𝐡𝐚, Addl Secy of MOFPI, and Invest India team met with Mr. 𝐒𝐚𝐤𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐢 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐭𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐢𝐬𝐨𝐩𝐨𝐧, Vice President of CP Vietnam-Corporation in Vietnam. During the interaction, they discussed Vietnam policy and business ecosystem and invited them to participate in mega food event from 𝑵𝒐𝒗

Shri 𝐒𝐚𝐧𝐨𝐣 𝐊𝐮𝐦𝐚𝐫 𝐉𝐡𝐚, Addl Secy of MOFPI, and Invest India team met with Mr. 𝐒𝐚𝐤𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐢 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐭𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐢𝐬𝐨𝐩𝐨𝐧, Vice President of CP Vietnam-Corporation in Vietnam. During the interaction, they discussed Vietnam policy and business ecosystem and invited them to participate in mega food event from 𝑵𝒐𝒗𝒆𝒎𝒃𝒆𝒓 3-5, 2023, 𝒂𝒕 𝑷𝒓𝒂𝒈𝒂𝒕𝒊 𝑴𝒂𝒊𝒅𝒂𝒏 𝒊𝒏 𝑵𝒆𝒘 𝑫𝒆𝒍𝒉𝒊. The next day 𝐒𝐡𝐫𝐢 𝐒𝐚𝐧𝐨𝐣 𝐊𝐮𝐦𝐚𝐫 𝐉𝐡𝐚, Addl Secy of MOFPI, and the Invest India team met also with Mr 𝐃𝐨 𝐂𝐚𝐧 𝐒𝐮, Deputy Director General of the Ministry of Planning and Investment in Vietnam, to discuss potential collaborations in the food-processing sector and to extend a gracious invitation to participate in World Food India.

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Regional Industry Meet in Jaipur

17th August, 2023
A delegation from WFI 2023 participated in a Regional Industry Meet in Jaipur and promoted the mega food event at the platform in the presence of Shri Sanjay Kumar Singh, Director, MoFPI and stakeholders from the food and agribusiness sector. Shri Ramcharan Bohra, Hon’ble Member of Parliament from Jaipur, was the Chief Guest at this event.
A delegation from WFI 2023 participated in a Regional Industry Meet in Jaipur and promoted the mega food event at the platform in the presence of Shri Sanjay Kumar Singh, Director, MoFPI and stakeholders from the food and agribusiness sector. Shri Ramcharan Bohra, Hon’ble Member of Parliament from Jaipur, was the Chief Guest at this event.
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Regional Industry Meet under the chairpersonship of Additional Secretary, MoFPI at Nasik

08th August, 2023

𝐌𝐫 𝐒𝐚𝐧𝐨𝐣 𝐊𝐮𝐦𝐚𝐫 𝐉𝐡𝐚, Additional Secretary at the 𝑴𝒊𝒏𝒊𝒔𝒕𝒓𝒚 𝒐𝒇 𝑭𝒐𝒐𝒅 𝑷𝒓𝒐𝒄𝒆𝒔𝒔𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝑰𝒏𝒅𝒖𝒔𝒕𝒓𝒊𝒆𝒔, 𝑮𝒐𝑰 chaired the ‘𝗥𝗲𝗴𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗜𝗻𝗱𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗿𝘆 𝗠𝗲𝗲𝘁’ in Nashik, Maharashtra. More than 60 lea

𝐌𝐫 𝐒𝐚𝐧𝐨𝐣 𝐊𝐮𝐦𝐚𝐫 𝐉𝐡𝐚, Additional Secretary at the 𝑴𝒊𝒏𝒊𝒔𝒕𝒓𝒚 𝒐𝒇 𝑭𝒐𝒐𝒅 𝑷𝒓𝒐𝒄𝒆𝒔𝒔𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝑰𝒏𝒅𝒖𝒔𝒕𝒓𝒊𝒆𝒔, 𝑮𝒐𝑰 chaired the ‘𝗥𝗲𝗴𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗜𝗻𝗱𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗿𝘆 𝗠𝗲𝗲𝘁’ in Nashik, Maharashtra. More than 60 leading Agri-Food companies attended the meet organised by #MOFPI and #KCCI. Also in attendance were 𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐥𝐝 𝐅𝐨𝐨𝐝 𝐈𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐚’𝐬 Investment Facilitation Partner, Invest India and Event partner, FICCI ,who led a discussion on the upcoming mega food event to be held from the 𝟑𝐫𝐝 𝐭𝐨 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝟓𝐭𝐡 𝐨𝐟 𝐍𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫 𝐚𝐭 𝐏𝐫𝐚𝐠𝐚𝐭𝐢 𝐌𝐚𝐢𝐝𝐚𝐧, 𝐍𝐞𝐰 𝐃𝐞𝐥𝐡𝐢.

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Regional Industry Meet under the chairpersonship of Additional Secretary, MoFPI at Bengaluru

21st July, 2023

A regional industry meet was held in Bengaluru, which was chaired by Additional Secretary Shri Sanoj Kumar Jha. Organized by Invest India, the event saw a participation over 20 key industry players, who were briefed about World Food India, as their participation was sought. The event also witnessed the presence of Deputy Secretary Shri Vikram Kesharee Pradhan and representatives from FICCI.

A regional industry meet was held in Bengaluru, which was chaired by Additional Secretary Shri Sanoj Kumar Jha. Organized by Invest India, the event saw a participation over 20 key industry players, who were briefed about World Food India, as their participation was sought. The event also witnessed the presence of Deputy Secretary Shri Vikram Kesharee Pradhan and representatives from FICCI.

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Interactive session on Technology Pavilion under the chairpersonship of Secretary, MoFPI with leading players in food processing technology

10th July, 2023

A meeting, chaired by Secretary MoFPI Smt Anita Praveen was held earlier today at Panchsheel Bhawan, New Delhi, to discuss the Technology Pavilion at World Food India 2023. Attending the event were the leading players in food processing technology in the presence of Additional Secretary Shri Sanoj Kumar Jha and Additional Secretary Shri Minhaj Alam.

A meeting, chaired by Secretary MoFPI Smt Anita Praveen was held earlier today at Panchsheel Bhawan, New Delhi, to discuss the Technology Pavilion at World Food India 2023. Attending the event were the leading players in food processing technology in the presence of Additional Secretary Shri Sanoj Kumar Jha and Additional Secretary Shri Minhaj Alam.

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Millets Fair and Industry Meet at Chandigarh

07th July, 2023

The Ministry of Food Processing Industries (MoFPI) participated in Millets Fair at Chandigarh on 7th July 2023. On the sidelines of the Millet Fair, Food Processing Industry Interactive Meet was also arranged that attracted participation of 60+ stakeholders from the industry and relevant government departments. The event was graced by the presence of Sh. Preetapal Singh, JS, MoFPI, Sh. Mukul Ku

The Ministry of Food Processing Industries (MoFPI) participated in Millets Fair at Chandigarh on 7th July 2023. On the sidelines of the Millet Fair, Food Processing Industry Interactive Meet was also arranged that attracted participation of 60+ stakeholders from the industry and relevant government departments. The event was graced by the presence of Sh. Preetapal Singh, JS, MoFPI, Sh. Mukul Kumar, IAS, Director, Food, Civil Supplies and Consumer Affairs Department, Govt of Haryana and other officials from APEDA, FSSAI, NSIC, SIDBI and IIMR. Invest India team gave presentation on World Food India 2023 and interacted with the industry stakeholders.

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Millets Fair and Industry Meet at Ahmedabad

06th July, 2023

Addl. Secretary FPI Shri Sanoj Kumar Jha chaired a regional industry meet organized by KCCI in Ahmedabad and interacted with 38 companies engaged in the agri-food and allied sectors. Invest India gave a detailed presentation on the upcoming mega event World Food Indi

Addl. Secretary FPI Shri Sanoj Kumar Jha chaired a regional industry meet organized by KCCI in Ahmedabad and interacted with 38 companies engaged in the agri-food and allied sectors. Invest India gave a detailed presentation on the upcoming mega event World Food India 2023 which is being organized between 3rd to 5th November 2023 at Pragati Maidan. PMKSY scheme guidelines, benefits available for MSME entrepreneurs, promotion of value-added millet products, etc. were discussed during the roundtable interaction.

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Roundtable with CEOs of prominent global Agri – Food companies

05th July, 2023

An investor roundtable interaction was co-chaired by the Secretary, Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT), and the Secretary, Ministry of Food Processing Industries (MoFPI) with agri-food companies in New Delhi.

The roundtable witnessed participation from the leading global and Indian food processing companies, senior government officials along with organiza

An investor roundtable interaction was co-chaired by the Secretary, Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT), and the Secretary, Ministry of Food Processing Industries (MoFPI) with agri-food companies in New Delhi.

The roundtable witnessed participation from the leading global and Indian food processing companies, senior government officials along with organizations associated with organizing the event (Invest India, FICCI, & EY).

During the interaction, the future plans of the participating companies and their prospects of partnerships with MoFPI for the WFI-2023, being organized from 3-5 November 2023 at Pragati Maidan, New Delhi, were discussed

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MOFPI held the 2nd Inter-Ministerial Committee Meeting on World Food India-2023

30th June, 2023

The Ministry of Food Processing Industries held the 2nd Inter-Ministerial Committee Meeting on World Food India-2023 at Vigyan Bhawan Annexe, New Delhi. Additional Secretary, Ministry of Food Processing Industries, Shri Minhaj Alam, chaired the meeting with senior representatives from Ministries/Departments/Commodity Boards. The meeting witnessed participation from the senior of

The Ministry of Food Processing Industries held the 2nd Inter-Ministerial Committee Meeting on World Food India-2023 at Vigyan Bhawan Annexe, New Delhi. Additional Secretary, Ministry of Food Processing Industries, Shri Minhaj Alam, chaired the meeting with senior representatives from Ministries/Departments/Commodity Boards. The meeting witnessed participation from the senior officials of key central government ministries and departments. All the participants were apprised of developments in preparations for World Food India-2023, being organized between 3-5 November, 2023 in New Delhi. The meeting was held in continuation to the interaction held with the Committee members in May 2023.

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Industry Meet as a part of Millet Mahotsav on side lines of World Food India 2023

26th June, 2023

Smt Anita Praveen, Secretary, MOFPI chaired the Industry Meet as a part of Millet Mahotsav in Patna, Bihar, today and interacted with the prominent Industry leaders and Micro Entrepreneurs of Food Processing sector.

Smt Anita Praveen, Secretary, MOFPI chaired the Industry Meet as a part of Millet Mahotsav in Patna, Bihar, today and interacted with the prominent Industry leaders and Micro Entrepreneurs of Food Processing sector.

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Roundtable with Heads of Foreign Missions in India to discuss overseas participation in the World Food India-2023 in New Delhi

15th June, 2023

Ministry of Food Processing Industries today organized Roundtable with Heads of Foreign Missions in India to discuss overseas participation in the World Food India (WFI) 2023, at Sushma Swaraj Bhawan, New Delhi.

The interaction was co-chaired by Secretary, Ministry of Food Processing Industries, Smt. Anita Praveen, and Special Secretary, Ministry of External Affairs, Shri Prabhat Kuma

Ministry of Food Processing Industries today organized Roundtable with Heads of Foreign Missions in India to discuss overseas participation in the World Food India (WFI) 2023, at Sushma Swaraj Bhawan, New Delhi.

The interaction was co-chaired by Secretary, Ministry of Food Processing Industries, Smt. Anita Praveen, and Special Secretary, Ministry of External Affairs, Shri Prabhat Kumar. It was attended by Ambassadors, High Commissioners, Charge d' Affaires and other senior representatives from wide spectrum of countries. In all, 47 countries were represented in the interaction.  Senior officers from Ministry of External Affairs, Ministry of Food Processing Industries, Department of Commerce, APEDA, MPEDA and other Commodity Boards, apart from organizations associated with organizing the event (FICCI, Invest India & EY) participated in the deliberations.

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Foreign Missions Meet on World Food India 2023

17th May, 2023

Shri Minhaj Alam, Additional Secretary, Ministry of Food Processing Industries chaired the Foreign Missions Meet organised by FICCI on 17th May 2023 at New Delhi. The meeting saw the participation of representatives from over 60 countries, who were briefed about World Food India 2023.

Shri Minhaj Alam, Additional Secretary, Ministry of Food Processing Industries chaired the Foreign Missions Meet organised by FICCI on 17th May 2023 at New Delhi. The meeting saw the participation of representatives from over 60 countries, who were briefed about World Food India 2023.

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Roadshow in Spain

08th - 12th May, 2023

Shri Preet Pal Singh, Joint Secretary, Ministry of Food Processing Industries headed a delegation to Spain. The delegation participated in 3 roundtables & 19 one-on-one discussions with various stakeholders and extended an invitation to participate in World Food India 2023.

Shri Preet Pal Singh, Joint Secretary, Ministry of Food Processing Industries headed a delegation to Spain. The delegation participated in 3 roundtables & 19 one-on-one discussions with various stakeholders and extended an invitation to participate in World Food India 2023.

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North East Food Fest 2023

29th - 31st March, 2023

The North East Food Fest 2023 was organised at Guwahati, Assam by Ministry of Food Processing Industries in association with Assam Industrial Development Corporation Limited (AIDC) and Indian Chamber of Commerce on 29th, 30th  and 31st  March 2023.

The North East Food Fest 2023 was organised at Guwahati, Assam by Ministry of Food Processing Industries in association with Assam Industrial Development Corporation Limited (AIDC) and Indian Chamber of Commerce on 29th, 30th  and 31st  March 2023.

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Roundtable interaction under the chairpersonship of Secretary, MoFPI with packaging & machinery companies

23rd March, 2023

Secretary, Ministry of Food Processing Industries, Smt. Anita Praveen chaired a roundtable interaction with packaging & machinery companies on 23st March 2023 at Vigyan Bhawan Annexe, New Delhi.

Secretary, Ministry of Food Processing Industries, Smt. Anita Praveen chaired a roundtable interaction with packaging & machinery companies on 23st March 2023 at Vigyan Bhawan Annexe, New Delhi.

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Roundtable interaction under the chairpersonship of Secretary, MoFPI with the wine industry

21st March, 2023

Secretary, Ministry of Food Processing Industries, Smt. Anita Praveen chaired a roundtable interaction with wine industry representatives on 21st March 2023 at Vigyan Bhawan Annexe, New Delhi.

Secretary, Ministry of Food Processing Industries, Smt. Anita Praveen chaired a roundtable interaction with wine industry representatives on 21st March 2023 at Vigyan Bhawan Annexe, New Delhi.

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Participation of MOFPI & Promotion of World Food India 2023 at Aahar 2023

14th - 18th March, 2023

Smt. Anita Praveen, Secretary, FPI and other Senior Officials of MOFPI inaugurated MOFPI pavilion at Aahar 2023, , Pragati Maidan Exhibition Centre, New Delhi. The officials visited stalls and interacted with Food Processing Entrepreneurs and Beneficiaries who got the opportunity to exhibit at MoFPI pavilion.

Smt. Anita Praveen, Secretary, FPI and other Senior Officials of MOFPI inaugurated MOFPI pavilion at Aahar 2023, , Pragati Maidan Exhibition Centre, New Delhi. The officials visited stalls and interacted with Food Processing Entrepreneurs and Beneficiaries who got the opportunity to exhibit at MoFPI pavilion.

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CEO Roundtable with Secretary, MoFPI with leading Agri-Food companies

10th March, 2023

Secretary, Ministry of Food Processing Industries, Smt. Anita Praveen chaired a roundtable interaction with over 32 prominent industry players in Agri food sectors covering sub-segments such as RTE/C, Millets, F&V, Marine, Dairy and Nutraceuticals. The agenda of the roundtable was to apprise the Ministry’s plan of action as well as gather inputs of the industry players for the series

Secretary, Ministry of Food Processing Industries, Smt. Anita Praveen chaired a roundtable interaction with over 32 prominent industry players in Agri food sectors covering sub-segments such as RTE/C, Millets, F&V, Marine, Dairy and Nutraceuticals. The agenda of the roundtable was to apprise the Ministry’s plan of action as well as gather inputs of the industry players for the series of events to be organized throughout the year until the World Food India 2023.

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Curtain Raiser Event of WFI 2023

10th March, 2023

Curtain Raiser Event to WFI 2023 was held today in National Media Centre, New Delhi and was attended by wide spectrum of representatives from Press & Media, various Central Ministries/Departments, State Resident Commissioners & Embassies apart from senior officers of the Ministry. During the event, promotional video, publicity brochure & a dedicated website for WFI 2023 was launched

Curtain Raiser Event to WFI 2023 was held today in National Media Centre, New Delhi and was attended by wide spectrum of representatives from Press & Media, various Central Ministries/Departments, State Resident Commissioners & Embassies apart from senior officers of the Ministry. During the event, promotional video, publicity brochure & a dedicated website for WFI 2023 was launched by Shri Pashupati Kumar Paras, Hon’ble Union Minister of Food Processing Industries, Govt of India and Shri Prahlad Singh Patel, Hon’ble Union Minister of State for Food Processing Industries and Jal Shakti, Govt of India.

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Indian delegation led by Shri Preet Pal Singh, Joint Secretary, MOFPI visited the facility of MCC Foods in Kobe on the sidelines of India Japan JWG

06th - 10th March, 2023
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Millet Mahotsav organised at Agra, Uttar Pradesh

03rd - 04th March, 2023

A two-day Millet Mahotsav was organised by the Ministry of Food Processing Industries at Agra, Uttar Pradesh, from 3-4 March, 2023. The event was inaugurated by Minister of State for Law & Justice, Prof. SP Singh Baghel. Several dignitaries, including Additional Secretary, Ministry of Food Processing Industries, Shri Minhaj Alam, were also present on the occasion.

A two-day Millet Mahotsav was organised by the Ministry of Food Processing Industries at Agra, Uttar Pradesh, from 3-4 March, 2023. The event was inaugurated by Minister of State for Law & Justice, Prof. SP Singh Baghel. Several dignitaries, including Additional Secretary, Ministry of Food Processing Industries, Shri Minhaj Alam, were also present on the occasion.

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Millets Mahotsav at Bhojpur, Bihar

28th - 01st March, 2023

A two-day Millets Mahotsav was organized from 28th February to 1st March 2023 at Bhojpur, Bihar. The event was inaugurated by Union Minister of Food Processing Industries Shri Pashupati Kumar Paras. During his inaugural address, Hon’ble Minister stated that due to the initiative of Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, the United Nations declared the year 2023 as the International Year of Mi

A two-day Millets Mahotsav was organized from 28th February to 1st March 2023 at Bhojpur, Bihar. The event was inaugurated by Union Minister of Food Processing Industries Shri Pashupati Kumar Paras. During his inaugural address, Hon’ble Minister stated that due to the initiative of Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, the United Nations declared the year 2023 as the International Year of Millets. The Mahotsav witnessed overwhelming participation from micro food processing enterprises, self-help groups, farmer-producer organizations, producer cooperatives, etc. All participants were invited to actively participate in World Food India 2023 between 3rd to 5th November 2023 at Pragati Maidan New Delhi.

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Roundtable of Secretary, FPI with Indian Industry associations

24th January, 2023

Secretary, FPI, Smt. Anita Praveen chaired a roundtable interaction with representatives of Indian industry associations and requested them to support the Ministry with the activities related to upcoming mega international food event World Food India 2023 being organised between 3rd to 5th November 2023 at Pragati Maidan New Delhi.

Secretary, FPI, Smt. Anita Praveen chaired a roundtable interaction with representatives of Indian industry associations and requested them to support the Ministry with the activities related to upcoming mega international food event World Food India 2023 being organised between 3rd to 5th November 2023 at Pragati Maidan New Delhi.

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Millets Mahotsav at Vizianagaram, Andhra Pradesh

22nd - 23rd January, 2023

Two-day Millets Conclave organised at Vizianagaram, Andhra Pradesh to bring all the stakeholders of the food processing sector with special focus on millets, on a common platform and and encompassed a wide range of activities like exhibition and sale of various millet-based products, informative sessions on millet processing, interactive sessions between industry experts and micro food processi

Two-day Millets Conclave organised at Vizianagaram, Andhra Pradesh to bring all the stakeholders of the food processing sector with special focus on millets, on a common platform and and encompassed a wide range of activities like exhibition and sale of various millet-based products, informative sessions on millet processing, interactive sessions between industry experts and micro food processing enterprises, SHGs, FPOs engaged in food processing, Buyer Seller Meet.

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Millets Mahotsav at Mandla, Madhya Pradesh

21st - 22nd January, 2023

Hon’ble Minister of State for Food Processing Industries, Shri Prahlad Singh Patel inaugurated Millets Mahotsav at Mandla, Madhya Pradesh on 21st January 2023.During the inaugural address, Hon’ble MoS FPI touched upon the importance of millets and the immense market potential for millet-based value-added products. The event witnessed an overwhelming response with more than 1000 part

Hon’ble Minister of State for Food Processing Industries, Shri Prahlad Singh Patel inaugurated Millets Mahotsav at Mandla, Madhya Pradesh on 21st January 2023.During the inaugural address, Hon’ble MoS FPI touched upon the importance of millets and the immense market potential for millet-based value-added products. The event witnessed an overwhelming response with more than 1000 participants attending the event including micro food processing enterprises, self-help groups, farmer producer organizations, producer cooperatives, etc.

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Participation of Ministry of Food Processing Industries in Gulfood 2023

20th - 24th January, 2023

Hon’ble Minister FPI, Shri Pashupati Kumar Paras led an official delegation consists of senior officials from the Ministry of Food Processing Industries, representatives of Invest India (as part of Investment Facilitation Cell) and the event partner Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce & Industry (FICCI) of the World Food India 2023, to the United Arab Emirates (UAE) for particip

Hon’ble Minister FPI, Shri Pashupati Kumar Paras led an official delegation consists of senior officials from the Ministry of Food Processing Industries, representatives of Invest India (as part of Investment Facilitation Cell) and the event partner Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce & Industry (FICCI) of the World Food India 2023, to the United Arab Emirates (UAE) for participation in Gulfood 2023 and holding a roadshow on the side-lines from 20th to 24th February 2023. During the visit, the delegation interacted with leading agri-food companies and showcased myriad opportunities in Indian food processing sector. Industry players, Government authorities and other relevant stakeholders were also invited to actively participate in World Food India 2023 between 3rd to 5th November 2023 at Pragati Maidan New Delhi.

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Roundtable of Secretary, FPI, with Embassies and High Commissions in India

19th January, 2023

Roundtable of Secretary, FPI, with Embassies and High Commissions in India Secretary, FPI, Smt. Anita Praveen chaired a roundtable interaction with Foreign Missions in India on Thursday at Vigyan Bhawan Annexe, New Delhi. The roundtable witnessed participation from representatives of19 Foreign Missions in India which included HE Ambassadors of Serbia, Myanmar, and senior officials from New Zeal

Roundtable of Secretary, FPI, with Embassies and High Commissions in India Secretary, FPI, Smt. Anita Praveen chaired a roundtable interaction with Foreign Missions in India on Thursday at Vigyan Bhawan Annexe, New Delhi. The roundtable witnessed participation from representatives of19 Foreign Missions in India which included HE Ambassadors of Serbia, Myanmar, and senior officials from New Zealand, Laos, Thailand, Vietnam, Indonesia, Cambodia, Malaysia, France, Germany, Italy, Denmark, Australia, Japan, South Africa, Canada, Netherlands, and Mexico. Representatives from all countries were requested to create awareness about the event amongst senior policy makers, agri-food companies, academia etc. in their respective countries and actively participate as a Partner to make the event a grand success.

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Roundtable of Secretary, FPI with industry associations/ business chambers/ IPAs/ Trade agencies

12th January, 2023

Secretary, FPI, Smt. Anita Praveen chaired a roundtable interaction with representatives of international industry associations / business chambers / trade agencies from 13 countries on the activities related to Mega Food Event 2023 on Thursday, 12th January 2023 at Vigyan Bhawan Annexe, New Delhi. International associations /business chambers were encouraged to leverage their network and exten

Secretary, FPI, Smt. Anita Praveen chaired a roundtable interaction with representatives of international industry associations / business chambers / trade agencies from 13 countries on the activities related to Mega Food Event 2023 on Thursday, 12th January 2023 at Vigyan Bhawan Annexe, New Delhi. International associations /business chambers were encouraged to leverage their network and extend additional support via combined promotional activities through the upcoming events planned by respective agencies. All the participants were keen on partnering with the Ministry and supporting them with various activities planned as a precursor to World Food India 2023.

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Roundtable of Secretary, M/o Food Processing Industries with Central Ministries and Government Departments

15th December, 2022

Secretary, Ministry of Food Processing Industries, Smt Anita Praveen chaired a roundtable interaction with senior officials from central ministries and departments on 15th December 2022 at Vigyan Bhawan Annexe, New Delhi. All the central ministries and departments were requested to share suggestions on the planned sessions of the Mega Food Event and participate in the event actively as well as

Secretary, Ministry of Food Processing Industries, Smt Anita Praveen chaired a roundtable interaction with senior officials from central ministries and departments on 15th December 2022 at Vigyan Bhawan Annexe, New Delhi. All the central ministries and departments were requested to share suggestions on the planned sessions of the Mega Food Event and participate in the event actively as well as support the Ministry in awareness creation, embark participation of senior policy makers, financial institutions, agri-food companies, FPOs / SHGs and all relevant stakeholders to make the event a grand success.

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Roundtable of Secretary, FPI with Resident Commissioners of States & UTs

08th December, 2022

Resident commissioners and / or senior officials from 19 states were informed about Ministry’s plan to organize a mega food event World Food India 2023 which would provide a platform for the States and UTs to showcase State / UT-specific opportunities, interact with global and domestic business leaders, suppliers, purchasers, and technology providers for collaborations, and generate inves

Resident commissioners and / or senior officials from 19 states were informed about Ministry’s plan to organize a mega food event World Food India 2023 which would provide a platform for the States and UTs to showcase State / UT-specific opportunities, interact with global and domestic business leaders, suppliers, purchasers, and technology providers for collaborations, and generate investment & sourcing interests across the value chain of food processing and food retail sectors. States & UTs were also requested to participate actively in the event, as well as support the Ministry in creating awareness, ensuring participation of senior policy makers, agri-food companies, FPOs / SHGs and all relevant stakeholders in the mega food event.

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Roundtable of Secretary, FPI with leading Agri-Food companies

16th November, 2022

The agenda of the roundtable was to apprise the Ministry’s plan of action as well as gather inputs of the industry players for the series of events to be organized throughout the year until the proposed World Food India 2023. The roundtable witnessed participation from NIFTEMS and over 25 prominent industry players in the Agri food sector covering sub-segments such as RTE/C, Millets, F&am

The agenda of the roundtable was to apprise the Ministry’s plan of action as well as gather inputs of the industry players for the series of events to be organized throughout the year until the proposed World Food India 2023. The roundtable witnessed participation from NIFTEMS and over 25 prominent industry players in the Agri food sector covering sub-segments such as RTE/C, Millets, F&V, Marine, Dairy and Nutraceuticals.

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Participation of Ministry of Food Processing Industries in SIAL Paris 2022

14th - 17th October, 2022

Ministry of Food Processing Industries (MoFPI) along with its Investor Facilitation Cell (Invest India) participated in SIAL, Paris and interacted with global food processing and allied companies. All stakeholders were briefed about the International Mega Food Event – World Food India schedules in November 2023 and were invited to participate in the same actively.

Ministry of Food Processing Industries (MoFPI) along with its Investor Facilitation Cell (Invest India) participated in SIAL, Paris and interacted with global food processing and allied companies. All stakeholders were briefed about the International Mega Food Event – World Food India schedules in November 2023 and were invited to participate in the same actively.

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