Why in news?

• The 4th edition of World Food India was held from September 25-28, 2025, at Bharat Mandapam, Pragati Maidan, New Delhi.
• It functions as a gateway to the Indian food economy and a dynamic platform to foster partnerships between Indian and global stakeholders across the entire food processing ecosystem.
• This includes manufacturers, producers, processors, investors, policymakers, technology providers, startups, logistics operators, and retailers.

Key Features of World Food India 2025

• Theme: Fostering innovation, sustainability, and future food trends.
• Exhibitions and Knowledge Sessions: Showcases innovations in food processing, food safety, packaging, cold chain logistics, and sustainability.
• Business Meetings: Facilitates B2B, B2G, and G2G collaborations, enabling investment and trade partnerships.
• Industry Roundtables and Conferences: Policy discussions and sector-specific seminars with global and domestic food industry leaders.
• Start-Up Grand Challenge: Spotlight on innovative technology solutions addressing challenges in food processing.
• Cultural Cuisine Experiences: Showcases India’s rich culinary heritage alongside global cuisines.
• International Participation: Numerous country pavilions, international delegations, and foreign buyers participate.

Significance:

• India, being the largest producer of many agricultural commodities and having a large workforce, is positioned as a promising global food hub.
• The event highlights India’s growing food processing sector and offers fiscal incentives and business environment benefits to attract foreign investment.
• It supports the government’s vision of transforming India into a global food basket while promoting food security and safety.

About World Food India

• World Food India is a strategic platform for connecting global food stakeholders and advancing India's food industry.
• India is a top global food producer and exporter, vital for world food security.
• The country is active in global partnerships for sustainable and resilient food systems.
• Indian cuisine's global popularity continues to grow, contributing to cultural and economic outreach.

World Food India is a crucial event, providing a comprehensive platform to explore the booming Indian food economy and future trends in food production and sustainability.

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