Bharat Mandapam Gears Up For Star-Studded World Food India 2025 With PM At Helm

The much-anticipated 4th edition of World Food India (WFI) 2025 is set to kick off on September 25 at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi, with Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi slated to inaugurate the event. This mega international food processing and sustainability platform will run until September 28, highlighting India’s growing prowess in the global food economy and inviting major collaboration opportunities.

Key Highlights Of The Prime Minister’s Participation

The Prime Minister will inaugurate the event at around 6:15 PM and deliver a keynote address, setting the tone for a high-profile gathering.

The event will see participation from over 90 countries and 2,000-plus exhibitors, ranging from seasoned food producers, innovators, technology providers, to supply chain and logistics firms.

It offers a dynamic forum for business-to-business (B2B), business-to-government (B2G), and government-to-government (G2G) interactions aimed at boosting investment and innovation.

Major Themes And Sectoral Focus
The four-day event emphasizes India’s leadership ambitions in food processing, with focal areas such as food sustainability, organic and nutritious food production, climate-smart technology, nutrition-focused products, and advances in food tech. Additionally, special segments will spotlight India’s pet food industry, plant-based foods, nutraceuticals, specialty foods, cold chain infrastructure, and the expanding global footprint of Indian food brands.

Empowering The Food Processing Ecosystem
World Food India 2025 is part of India’s larger vision for “Viksit Bharat 2047,” aiming to position the country as a developed, inclusive, and competitive food hub globally. The event also complements government schemes like the Pradhan Mantri Formalisation of Micro Food Processing Enterprises (PMFME) and the Production Linked Incentive (PLI) schemes to empower rural enterprises, reduce post-harvest losses, and boost farmer incomes.

International Engagement And Opportunities
Countries like New Zealand, Saudi Arabia, Japan, UAE, Vietnam, and Russia will join as partner or focus countries, underlining WFI’s expansive global reach. The event also hosts two prominent concurrent international gatherings—the 3rd Global Food Regulators Summit and the 24th India International Seafood Show—further enhancing its stature as a premier food sector convergence point.

Conclusion
With the Prime Minister at the helm, World Food India 2025 promises to be an unparalleled platform showcasing India’s food sector dynamism and fostering global partnerships for a sustainable and prosperous future in food processing.

Source: Press Information Bureau, PMO India, World Food India official website, Newsonair