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World Food India 2025

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The Ministry of Food Processing Industries will host the 4th edition of World Food India (WFI) at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi from September 25, 2025. WFI serves as an international platform for stakeholders across the global food ecosystem to connect, collaborate, and explore opportunities in India’s growing food processing sector.

About World Food India (WFI)

World Food India (WFI) is a premier event aimed at showcasing India's food processing industry and fostering collaboration between domestic and international players.

  1. First Edition: 2017

  2. Second Edition: 2023

  3. Third Edition: 2024

  4. Upcoming 4th Edition: 2025

The event is organized by the Ministry of Food Processing Industries (MoFPI) under the Government of India and is a significant platform for investment, trade, and innovation in the food sector.

Objective of World Food India

The primary objective of WFI is to connect global stakeholders, including investors, manufacturers, producers, food processors, and policymakers, to explore opportunities within India's dynamic food processing ecosystem.

  • Investment Opportunities: The event acts as a gateway for global investment in India’s food sector.

  • Trade Facilitation: It offers a platform to trade and collaborate, allowing international and Indian companies to explore potential business ventures.

Theme of World Food India 2025: “Processing for Prosperity”

The theme for WFI 2025 — “Processing for Prosperity” — highlights the sector’s potential to boost economic growth, job creation, and sustainable development. The food processing industry is seen as a key driver for India’s economic growth, especially in rural areas.

Strategic Importance Under ‘Make in India’ Initiative

The food processing sector is an integral part of the Make in India initiative, which aims to transform India into a global manufacturing hub. The Ministry of Food Processing Industries is implementing several initiatives to attract both domestic and foreign investments:

  1. Mega Food Parks: These parks are being established in agriculturally rich areas and offer a plug-and-play model. They provide essential utilities and common processing facilities to entrepreneurs, ensuring smoother setup and operations.

  2. Investment Promotion: WFI serves as a key platform for driving investment into the food processing sector by bringing together stakeholders from across the globe to explore synergies.

  3. Policy Support: The government is also working on strengthening policies that ensure a conducive environment for growth in the sector.

World Food India 2025 will undoubtedly play a vital role in shaping the future of India’s food processing industry. By facilitating collaboration, investment, and innovation, the event will help modernize the sector, enhance value addition, and create jobs.


 

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