PM Modi has urged global investors to explore opportunities in India’s rapidly growing food processing sector, calling it “the right time to invest.” Addressing the 14th edition of World Food India 2025 at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi, Modi said India offers a unique combination of diversity, demand, and scale, making it one of the most attractive destinations for investment. He highlighted that the country’s processing capacity has increased 20 times in the last decade, while food exports have doubled, reflecting strong sectoral growth.
The Prime Minister noted that India produces every type of grain, fruit, and vegetable, with cuisines and flavors changing every hundred kilometers, which positions the nation uniquely in the global food landscape. He pointed out that 25 crore people have risen out of poverty in the last ten years and joined the neo middle class, creating an aspirational consumer base with increasing demand for processed food. Modi also emphasized the integration of modern technologies, such as AI, e-commerce, drones, and mobile applications, in the food supply chain and retail sector, which is further transforming the industry.
Reaffirming India’s global standing, Modi said the country is the largest producer of milk, contributing 25% of global supply, the leading producer of millets, the second-largest producer of rice and wheat, and a significant contributor to fruits, vegetables, and fisheries. Stressing India’s commitment to global food security, he invited investors and industry leaders to collaborate in areas like biodegradable packaging, eco-friendly materials, and sustainable innovations in the food processing chain.
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