World Food India 2024 Begins in New Delhi

Why in the news?

The four-day global event features 90 countries, 26 Indian states, and key industry leaders, focusing on innovation, technology, and sustainability in the food processing sector.

About World Food India 2024 :

  • World Food India 2024 kicks off today at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi.
  • The event lasts four days and involves 90 countries, 26 Indian states/UTs, and 18 Central Ministries.
  • Ministers Prahlad Joshi, Chirag Paswan, and Ravneet Singh Bittu will inaugurate the event.
  • Focuses on innovation, technology, and sustainability in the food processing sector.

Key Highlights and Sessions:

  • Japan is the partner country; Vietnam and Iran are the focus countries.
  • Day one features a high-level CEO roundtable co-chaired by Piyush Goyal and Chirag Paswan.
  • Over 40 knowledge sessions, thematic discussions, and industry-led panels with 100 CXOs of global agri-food companies are scheduled.
  • A Reverse Buyer-Seller Meet by APEDA and MPEDA will host over 1,000 buyers.

Special Events and Initiatives:

  • The 2nd edition of the Global Food Regulators Summit by FSSAI is part of the event.
  • The “Swaad Sutra” culinary contest will showcase regional Indian dishes to engage participants.

Other Government Initiatives in Food processing Sector:

  • Agri-Export Policy: Aims to increase agricultural exports and integrate Indian farmers with the global market.
  • Logistics & Infrastructure Development: Nationwide efforts to improve supply chains, cold storage, and transportation for agri-products.
  • District-level Hubs: Establishing hubs at the district level to enhance agricultural processing and exports.
  • Mega Food Parks: Expanding food parks for better processing facilities and value addition.
  • Pradhan Mantri Kisan Sampada Yojana: Focuses on modernising food processing with financial support.
  • PM Formalisation of Micro Food Processing Enterprises Scheme: Promotes formalisation and upgradation of small food processing units.

Sources Referred:

PIB, The Hindu, Indian Express, Hindustan Times