23 September 2024 : PIB Summary For UPSC
1. World Food India 2024 concludes today
(Source – https://pib.gov.in/PressReleseDetail.aspx?PRID=2057536
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More About World Food India 2024:
- World Food India 2024 was a significant food processing event held from September 19 to 22, 2024, at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi, organized by the Ministry of Food Processing Industries.
- It featured 1,557 exhibitors, 20 country pavilions, and participation from 809 buyers from 108 countries, along with 2,390 foreign delegates.
- The event aimed to showcase advancements in the food processing industry and foster global collaboration.
Key Decisions Taken In The Event
- Key decisions included the inauguration of food processing units at 67 locations under PLISFPI and PMKSY schemes, with total investments of ₹5,135 crores.
- Credit-linked support was provided to 25,000 beneficiaries for micro projects worth ₹2,351 crores under the PMFME scheme.
- Discussions during the CEO Roundtable focused on easing business operations, addressing misleading advertisements, and evaluating the food processing value chain.
- The Startup Grand Challenge encouraged innovation in waste management and efficient water use, with winners receiving financial and incubation support.
- The Global Food Regulators Summit addressed regulatory issues, gathering delegates from over 70 countries.
- Overall, the event reinforced the government’s commitment to enhancing food security and sustainability in India’s food processing sector.
