What MoUs Worth Over Rs 1 Lakh Crore Were Signed at World Food India?

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Key Takeaways
- Over Rs 1 lakh crore in MoUs signed.
- Investments exceeding Rs 25,000 crore pledged.
- Focus on sustainability and technology.
- Participation from international delegations.
- Key discussions on food processing sectors.
New Delhi, Sep 27 (NationPress) On the second day of World Food India 2025, a total of twenty-one companies entered into memoranda of understanding (MoUs), resulting in agreements valued at over Rs 1 lakh crore for investments, as reported by the government on Saturday.
These companies pledged investments exceeding Rs 25,000 crore, according to an official announcement.
The summit, held at Bharat Mandapam, featured participation from global regulators, industry leaders, startups, and policymakers, with discussions centering on sustainability, technology, investment, and international collaborations.
The Ministry of Food Processing Industries conducted 13 sessions revolving around the five key pillars of the event, covering vital topics such as pet food, nutraceuticals, specialty foods, alcoholic beverages, and plant-based foods.
Featured were sessions from partner states and focus regions, including Uttar Pradesh, Gujarat, Punjab, Jharkhand, and Bihar, alongside delegations from New Zealand, Vietnam, Japan, and Russia, as noted in the statement.
Furthermore, the Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare, the Ministry of AYUSH, the Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority, and the World Bank facilitated discussions.
Key government-to-government meetings were also conducted with international representatives from Russia and Portugal to enhance cooperation in agriculture and food processing, as mentioned in the statement.
Additionally, the third Global Food Regulators Summit, organized by the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI), took place on the sidelines, providing a unique platform for global regulators to discuss the harmonization of food safety standards and bolster regulatory cooperation.
At the same time, the 24th India International Seafood Show, hosted by the Seafood Exporters Association of India, highlighted the country's expanding seafood export potential and its connections to the global market.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi emphasized on Thursday during the World Food India 2025 event that India boasts a triple strength of diversity, demand, and scale.
He also highlighted that this robust domestic demand positions India as a competitive player and makes it a favored destination for investors.