The 8th edition of Indusfood, a flagship trade exhibition for India’s food and beverage sector, was inaugurated today, January 8, 2025, at the Expo Centre in Greater Noida by the Union Minister of Food Processing Industries, Chirag Paswan. The event was attended by industry leaders, international buyers, and prominent figures, with Paswan gracing the occasion as the chief guest and Baba Ramdev as the guest of honor.
Distinguished leaders such as Mohit Singla, Chairman of TPCI, Abhishek Dev, Chairman of APEDA, along with key industry figures like Aashish Agrawal of Bikharam Chandmal and Aakash Shah of Everest Food Products, were also among the notable attendees.
Minister Paswan, in his speech, welcomed Indusfood as a visionary initiative by the Trade Promotion Council of India (TPCI). He emphasized the event’s evolution into a globally recognized trade fair, creating vital international market linkages for the F&B sector. Highlighting the transformative potential of the processed food industry, Paswan projected it as a key driver of India's economic aspirations, contributing significantly to the vision of a developed nation, “Viksit Bharat.”
He underscored India’s culinary diversity, stating, “Swaad Seemayon ka Mohtaaz Nhi Hota” (Taste knows no boundaries), as a guiding principle to elevate Indian cuisine to global dining tables. Reaffirming the government’s commitment to food security, Paswan outlined India’s role as a leading agricultural producer and exporter, aiming to ensure that no one goes hungry worldwide. The Minister also addressed food safety and quality, announcing plans to expand food testing labs and enforce stringent regulations to meet global standards.
The event saw Baba Ramdev referring to Indusfood as “Aahaar ka Mahakumbh” (the grand congregation of food). He applauded India’s heritage of food, behavior, and thought, which he noted as widely respected and acknowledged internationally.
Abhishek Dev, Chairman of the Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA), highlighted India's robust standing as the seventh-largest food exporter globally, achieving $50 billion in exports last year. He expressed optimism about setting new records, leveraging the immense opportunities in the $4 trillion global market. Dev emphasized the potential for growth in processed and organic foods, setting ambitious targets to quadruple India's share in the organic food market within five years.
TPCI Chairman Mohit Singla reflected on the significance of this milestone event, celebrating the relationships and trust built over the years. With 1,800 exhibitors spanning 80,000 square meters, this year’s edition marked a substantial expansion, including international participation from 30 countries. Singla highlighted the first-ever Asian President’s Forum in collaboration with the Indian Federation of Culinary Associations, which brought together global and Indian culinary experts to foster innovation and cross-cultural exchange.
Indusfood 2025 has been meticulously designed to facilitate synergies across its three concurrent trade fairs: Indusfood Food & Beverage, Indusfood Manufacturing, and Indusfood Agri-Tech. This holistic "farm-to-fork" approach underscores the event’s commitment to redefining the food and beverage industry's possibilities, cementing India’s position as a global powerhouse in the sector.
The three-day event promises to be a dynamic platform for innovation, partnerships, and global collaboration, reinforcing India’s ambition to achieve unprecedented growth and recognition in the global food market.
