Kolkata, December 6, 2023 – The bustling city of Kolkata is set to host the “World Mithai & Namkeen Convention” (WMNC) from December 17 to 19, 2023, promising a spectacular three-day extravaganza that will bring together industry leaders, stakeholders, and experts from the mithai, namkeen, and snacks sector. This annual event, held at various locations across the country, aims to unite the industry on a common platform to address shared challenges and collectively tackle industry-wide issues.
Insights into WMNC 2023:
- Allied Industry Summit: A National and International Confluence
- Addressing Regional Challenges: National Discourse
- Tackling the Skilled Labor Shortage
- Account of GST Issues: A Comprehensive Analysis
- Navigating Regulatory Compliances: Industry Perspectives
WMNC 2023 is poised to make a significant impact, showcasing over 300 exhibitors from both national and international levels. Anticipated to attract over 30,000 B2B visitors, the event will witness more than 5,500 industry members converging from every corner of the country. This gathering will set a new standard for the industry, fostering dialogue, addressing core problems, and paving the way for innovative solutions.
A significant focus of the conference will be on the challenges faced by the mithai industry, particularly in the distribution of Bengali sweets beyond state borders. Issues such as lack of automation, labor scarcity, and short shelf-life hinder the widespread availability of these popular sweets.
The conference will also delve into the complexities of GST-related issues affecting the industry. Detailed discussions will aim to clarify misunderstandings and develop equal and uniform taxing practices for mithai and namkeen products.
Furthermore, the event will address frequent and irregular compliance issues that pose challenges to manufacturers. The goal is to streamline compliance processes, ensuring clarity and efficiency in food safety regulations.
WMNC 2023 will be conducted by industry leaders such as Virendra Jain, President-FSNM; Firoz H Naqvi, Director-FSNM & Organiser WMNC 2023; Dhiman Das, President-Mishti Udyog; and Nilanjan Ghosh, Secretary-Mishti Udyog, among others from Kolkata and other locations.
The conference aims to assemble the industry’s foremost minds, including prominent brands such as Bikaji, Haldiram’s, Bikano, Cornitos, Balaji Wafers, Prabhuji, Chitale Bandhu, Adyar Anand Bhavan, Makesh Namkeen, K.C. Das Pvt. Ltd., Yellow Diamond, Das Pendawala, Almond House, and others. WMNC 2023 is poised to facilitate discussions on global trends and innovations, creating a platform for industry leaders to collaborate and explore new horizons.