The Ministry of Food Processing Industries (MoFPI) has successfully concluded World Food India 2025 on September 28, 2025, recording one of the biggest-ever investment announcements in India’s food processing sector. Over the course of four days, the event witnessed the signing of 26 Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) worth a cumulative Rs 1,02,046.89 crore by leading domestic and international companies.
The scale of investment commitments marks a major milestone in India’s journey to becoming a global hub for food processing and agri-business. These projects are projected to create direct employment for more than 64,000 people and open up indirect livelihood opportunities for over 10 lakh individuals, significantly boosting rural economies and strengthening agricultural value chains.
Industry Leaders Drive Commitments
The MoUs were signed by some of the most prominent names in the industry, including Reliance Consumer Products Ltd., Nestlé India, Tata Consumer Products, The Coca-Cola System in India, Gujarat Cooperative Milk Marketing Federation (Amul), Dabur India, Patanjali Foods, Godrej Agrovet, Lulu Group (Fair Exports India Pvt. Ltd.), Haldiram Snacks, Carlsberg India, AB InBev, Allana Consumer Products, Olam Food Ingredients, and Mrs. Bectors Food Specialities, among others.
The investments will cover diverse segments of the food economy, ranging from dairy, meat and poultry, fruits and vegetables, packaged and ready-to-eat foods, beverages (both alcoholic and non-alcoholic), edible oils, spices, condiments, confectionery, and nutritional products. This broad spectrum reflects India’s growing appeal as a one-stop destination for food processing and value addition.
Pan-India Reach of Investments
One of the standout aspects of the MoUs is their nationwide distribution, ensuring that the benefits of industrial expansion reach across geographies. Key states that will see investments include Gujarat, Maharashtra, Uttar Pradesh, Punjab, Bihar, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Odisha, Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan, West Bengal, Assam, Chhattisgarh, Uttarakhand, Jammu & Kashmir, and the North-Eastern region.
This spread is expected to bring new opportunities for farmers, entrepreneurs, micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs), and local communities, reducing regional disparities while promoting inclusive growth.
Government and Industry Collaboration
The event was organized by MoFPI, with Invest India serving as the national investment promotion and facilitation partner. Their joint efforts played a crucial role in enabling seamless discussions, negotiations, and finalization of MoUs.
In her closing remarks, Union Minister for Food Processing Industries highlighted that the outcomes of World Food India 2025 demonstrate the global confidence in India’s food processing ecosystem, adding that the government remains committed to supporting investors with policy facilitation, infrastructure development, and ease of doing business measures.
Reinforcing India’s Global Leadership
Beyond investments, World Food India 2025 served as a platform for international collaboration, technology transfer, and innovation in sustainable food systems. By bringing together policymakers, global CEOs, entrepreneurs, startups, and farmers under one umbrella, the event created avenues for knowledge sharing and strategic partnerships.
With record-breaking investment commitments, the event has laid a strong foundation for sustainable growth, rural employment, and international competitiveness, further consolidating India’s leadership in shaping the future of global food systems.
