03/07/2026
๐พ A Remarkable Beginning to the Food Processing, Exports & Entrepreneurship Conference 2026
The Food Processing, Exports & Entrepreneurship Conference 2026 , organized by the Kcci India (KCCI) in association with the Ministry of Food Processing Industries (MoFPI), Government of India, commenced with an inspiring inaugural session in Daman, bringing together policymakers, industry leaders, entrepreneurs, MSMEs, and stakeholders from across the sector.
A Heartfelt Special Thanks to Shri Umesh Babubhai Patel, Hon'ble Member of Parliament, Daman & Diu, for gracing the conference with his esteemed presence and delivering an inspiring Special Address. His visionary thoughts, unwavering support for entrepreneurship, MSMEs, and the food processing sector, along with his encouragement towards sustainable industrial and export-led growth, truly inspired everyone to present and added immense value to the conference.
We also extend our sincere gratitude to Shri Marathe Onkar Gopal, IAS , Secretary, Animal Husbandry & Veterinary Services, Special Secretary-cum-Director (Industries), U.T. Administration of DNH & DD, for sharing the administration's vision for industrial development and entrepreneurship.
Our appreciation goes to Dr. J. P. Dongare, Deputy Agricultural Marketing Advisor, Ministry of Food Processing Industries (MoFPI), Government of India, for highlighting the Government of India's initiatives and opportunities available for the food processing sector.
We also thank Shri Pawan Agrawal, President, Daman Industries Association (DIA) & Managing Director, Pioneer Herbals, for his warm welcome and valuable industry perspective.
The conference marked the beginning of meaningful conversations, collaborative partnerships, and new opportunities that will contribute to strengthening India's food processing and export ecosystem.
Together, we continue to transform knowledge into growth and opportunities.
Amit Joshi , Mihir Chauhan ,Nakul Lakhe