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SUFALAM highlights India's Vision to emerge as Global Food Basket

Published: Apr 30, 2025

By TIOLCorplaws News Service

NEW DELHI, APR 30, 2025: MINISTRY of Food Processing Industries (MoFPI), in collaboration with the National Institute of Food Technology Entrepreneurship and Management (NIFTEM)-Kundli, organized the SUFALAM 2025 (Start-Up Forum for Aspiring Leaders and Mentors), a two-`day conclave, at the NIFTEM-K campus during 25-26 April 2025.

The second day of SUFALAM 2025 commenced with a spirited pep talk by young entrepreneurs, who shared their inspirational journeys and innovative ideas. This was followed by a series of technical sessions, beginning with a keynote on "Government Funding & Policy Support for Start-ups" delivered by representatives from Start-up India, providing valuable insights into funding schemes and policy initiatives aimed at nurturing start-ups. A motivational session on "Staying Resilient in the Start-up World" by Dr. T. Prasad, Professor, IIM Mumbai, offered guidance on managing challenges, building resilience, and maintaining the entrepreneurial spirit.

A dynamic panel discussion on "Sustainable Food Solutions" explored emerging sustainable technologies and best practices for environmentally responsible food production.The panel discussion was preceded by a keynote address by Mr. Sanjay Khajuria, former Director, Corporate Affairs and Sustainability, Nestle Ltd.

In the final session, Dr. Subrata Gupta, Secretary, MoFPI, provided detailed insights into the PMFPE (PM Formalization of Micro Food Processing Enterprises) Scheme, highlighting government's initiatives to support micro-enterprises.

Earlier on day 1, Union Minister for Food Processing Industries, Chirag Paswan has inaugurated the two-day event along with exhibition. The event brought together more than 500 participants from 23 states, including industry leaders, academicians, investors, and budding entrepreneurs. The event also featured 65 exhibitors representing 20 states, highlighting the rich diversity and innovation in India's food processing sector. In addition to the in-person attendance, the event was broadcast live on YouTube channel of NIFTEM-K, where it attracted over 2,600 online participants, further amplifying its reach and impact.

Dr. Harinder Singh Oberoi, Director, NIFTEM-K stated that the successful culmination of SUFALAM 2025 reaffirmed MoFPI and NIFTEM-K's commitment to catalyzing innovation, collaboration, and entrepreneurship in India's food processing sector, empowering a new generation of leaders and change makers.

One of the highlights of event was the technology transfer of the Millet Nutribar, developed by Dr. Komal Chauhan and team to M/s SMILLET, Karnal, Haryana. Similarly, the technology for makhana-based cookies, developed by Dr. Anand Kishore and team, was transferred to M/s Patliputra Foods, Bihar. Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed between NIFTEM-K and Food Industry Capacity and Skill Initiative (FICSI). This partnership is aimed at unlocking new frontiers in food technology and  bolstering skill development and innovation in the food sector.

Delegates concluded their SUFALAM 2025 experience with a guided tour of the NIFTEM-K campus, visiting the Pilot Plant and Laboratory Facilities, gaining insights into food processing research and innovation.

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