Reforms Push Spicing Up Food Processing Sector: PM

We’re creating a strong ecosystem of modern infrastructure, robust supply chains and employment generation across the country - Narendra Modi, Prime Minister

New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday said the government has undertaken many reforms in the last 10 years for the growth of the food processing sector and the effort is to ensure that India sets global benchmarks for innovation, sustainability and safety in the food sector.

The Prime Minister’s message was read at the third edition of World Food India 2024, which is being held in the national capital from September 19 to 22. The event will see participation from over 90 countries.

“In the modern era, through progressive agricultural practices, strong administrative frameworks and cutting-edge technologies, our effort is to ensure that India sets global benchmarks for innovation, sustainability and safety in the food sector,” Modi said.

During the last 10 years, he said the government has introduced wide-ranging reforms to transform the food processing sector.

“Through multi-dimensional initiatives such as 100 per cent FDI in food processing, Pradhan Mantri Kisan Sampada Yojana, formalisation of Micro Food Processing Enterprises, Production Linked Incentive scheme for food processing industries, we are creating a strong ecosystem of modern infrastructure, robust supply chains and employment generation across the country,” the PM added.

The Prime Minister noted that the participation of several nations showcases World Food India 2024 as a vibrant platform for the brightest minds from the global food industry, academia and research to make the most of increasing opportunities.