New Delhi: Dr. Subrata Gupta, Secretary of the Ministry of Food Processing Industries (MoFPI), chaired a roundtable discussion with leading business representatives from the food processing and packaging machinery sector at Vigyan Bhawan Annexe. The meeting provided a platform for dialogue on the sector’s growth potential and explored practical solutions to enhance global competitiveness.
In his opening address, Dr. Gupta emphasized the crucial role of the equipment and machinery sector in advancing India’s food processing industry. He highlighted the importance of fostering research and innovation, adopting cutting-edge technologies, and bolstering collaboration among stakeholders to unlock the sector’s full potential. The session also delved into issues such as the availability of quality raw materials, regulatory requirements, and the need to support manufacturers of all scales.
Industry leaders presented key challenges and opportunities, urging the Ministry to establish a formal framework to attract investments, develop standards, and promote locally manufactured machinery. They also called for initiatives to facilitate technology transfer and enhance research and development efforts to meet global benchmarks.
Dr. Gupta reiterated the Ministry’s commitment to resolving these concerns and driving progress in the sector. He encouraged participants to collaborate with Invest India and provide detailed representations to help shape actionable strategies. Stressing the need for a unified approach, he assured the industry of the government’s support in creating a favorable ecosystem for innovation and modernization.
The discussion concluded with a shared vision of strengthening India’s position in the global food processing machinery market. Stakeholders expressed optimism about the Ministry’s proactive measures, viewing the interaction as a significant step toward fostering growth and sustainability in the sector.