Context:
Union Minister Chirag Paswan (Ministry of Food Processing Industries) inaugurated the 9th edition of Indusfood in Greater Noida, Uttar Pradesh, in January 2026.
About Indusfood 2026
- What is it?
Asia’s premier global Food & Beverage (F&B) sourcing and trade show - Dates: January 8–10, 2026
- Venue: India Expo Centre & Mart, Greater Noida
- Organised by: Trade Promotion Council of India (TPCI)
- Under: Ministry of Commerce & Industry
Major Initiatives Launched
- World Culinary Heritage Conference 2026
- First edition held on January 9, 2026
- Organised by Indian Federation of Culinary Associations (IFCA)
- BHARATI Startup Challenge
- Launched by APEDA
- Full form: Bharat’s Hub for Agritech, Resilience, Advancement and Incubation for Export Enablement
- Aim: Promote agritech innovation and food export entrepreneurship
- India–UAE Food Corridor
- Launched by Abu Dhabi Food Hub (UAE)
- Objective:
- Strengthen food security
- Streamline supply chains
- Boost bilateral food trade
