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PM Modi shared Chirag Paswan's article celebrating India's food processing sector growth. The piece highlights rural entrepreneurs flourishing under the PMFME scheme, with exports reaching global markets. Paswan cites a Bihar makhana producer now supplying to North America as a success story. The sector's value has surged by 67% since 2014 through policy reforms and institutional support. World Food India has become a key platform for international agri-food collaboration.

Key Points: Modi Shares Chirag Paswan Article on Food Processing Sector Growth

  • Modi endorses Paswan's article on food processing transformation
  • PMFME scheme boosts rural micro-enterprises
  • Sector value rose from ₹134L to ₹224L crore
  • World Food India showcases global agri-food leadership
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PM Modi shares Chirag Paswan's article lauding remarkable transformation of food processing industry

PM Modi highlights India's food processing boom as Chirag Paswan details rural entrepreneurs' success under PMFME scheme.

"With support from PMFME, he has built a thriving food venture exporting to the US and Canada – Chirag Paswan"

New Delhi, June 24

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday shared Union Minister Chirag Paswan's article, which highlighted a remarkable transformation of India's food processing sector over the past few years and also hailed the rural entrepreneurs for powering the drastic change.

PM Modi took to his social media handle on X and shared an immersive article by Union Minister for Food Processing Chirag Paswan, in which the latter gave a detailed glimpse into broad structural changes adopted by his Ministry and how this led to empowering of rural heroes, enabling them to become key pivot of economic growth.

PM Modi also urged the netizens to glance through the insightful journey.

The Union Minister penned case studies of some of the farmers, chronicling their growth from small-time enterprises to flourishing food ventures.

Sharing an example of a makhana producer from Bihar, Chirag Paswan said, "With support from the Pradhan Mantri Formalisation of Micro Food Processing Enterprises (PMFME) scheme, he (makhana producer) has built a thriving food venture that now exports to the United States and Canada."

"His story reflects the broader vision of India's food processing mission: To turn local strengths into global opportunities," Chirag Paswan added.

The Union Minister said that till a few years ago, the food processing landscape was fragmented, with rampant post-harvest losses and unrealised value from agricultural produce.

"In 2014, the gross value addition of the sector stood at Rs 134 lakh crore. Today, following sustained policy and institutional drive, that figure has risen to Rs 224 lakh crore," he informed.

Notably, the PMFME scheme was launched under the Atmanirbhar Bharat Abhiyan with an outlay of Rs 10,000 crore to empower the unorganised micro food enterprises through formalisation, capacity building and access to credit.

The Union Minister further wrote, "India's growing leadership in the global food economy finds powerful expression through World Food India - the Ministry's flagship international platform for investment, innovation, and collaboration. Designed to showcase India's strengths across the food processing value chain, the event has evolved into a trusted forum for global stakeholders to engage with India's agri-food ecosystem."

He further pointed out, "Our goal is unambiguous – to ensure that every shelf in the world carries a product that proudly bears the name of India and behind every such product stands a story of collective prosperity and national pride."

The Union Minister shared the article on X and wrote, "Under the visionary leadership of PM Modi, India's food processing sector has undergone a transformative journey - from farm to shelf - empowering our rural heroes."

- IANS

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Rajesh K.
This is truly inspiring! The makhana producer's story shows how government schemes can transform rural livelihoods. More such success stories need to be highlighted - they motivate young entrepreneurs like me to explore agri-business opportunities 🇮🇳
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Priya M.
While the growth numbers are impressive, I hope the benefits are reaching all sections of rural society equally. Sometimes these schemes favor those who already have some resources. Would like to see more case studies from marginalized farmers.
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Amit S.
Jai Kisan! 🚜 The food processing revolution is changing the game for our farmers. My uncle in Punjab has benefited from PMFME scheme - now his pickles reach supermarkets in 5 states. More power to our annadatas becoming entrepreneurs!
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Sneha R.
The numbers show progress, but implementation at ground level needs monitoring. In my district, many small farmers still struggle with paperwork to access these schemes. Simplified processes would help more people benefit.
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Vikram J.
Great to see Indian food products going global! But we must ensure quality standards are maintained strictly. One bad export experience can damage Brand India's reputation. FSSAI should conduct more random checks at processing units.
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Neeta B.
As someone working in food tech startups, I've seen firsthand how these policies have boosted innovation. The focus on reducing post-harvest losses is particularly crucial for a country where so much food gets wasted. More power to our farmers and processors! 👩‍🌾

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