Govt undertook many reforms for food processing sector growth: PM

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New Delhi, Sep 19 (PTI) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday said the government has undertaken many reforms in the last 10 years for the growth of the food processing sector and the effort is to ensure that India sets global benchmarks for innovation, sustainability and safety in the food sector...

In the modern era, through progressive agricultural practices, strong administrative frameworks and cutting-edge technologies, our effort is to ensure that India sets global benchmarks for innovation, sustainability and safety in the food sector, Modi said...

Through multi-dimensional initiatives such as 100 per cent FDI in food processing, Pradhan Mantri Kisan Sampada Yojana, formalisation of Micro Food Processing Enterprises, Production Linked Incentive scheme for food processing industries, we are creating a strong ecosystem of modern infrastructure, robust supply chains and employment generation across the country, the PM added...

The prime Minister noted that the participation of several nations showcases World Food India 2024 as a vibrant platform for the brightest minds from the global food industry, academia and research to make the most of increasing opportunities...

The Prime Minister said the organisation of the Global Food Regulators Summit by the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) will bring together global regulators including WHO, FAO and several prestigious domestic institutes to discuss a wide gamut of issues such as food safety, quality standards and best practices.. Further, I am sure that important topics such as food irradiation to enhance food safety and reduce food wastage, plant-based proteins to promote nutrition and sustainability, as well as the circular economy, will be showcased Modi said...