Knowledge Chamber of Commerce and Industry

17/09/2026

🤖 The Future of Food Is Getting Smarter.

What happens when AI meets food processing?

When automation meets manufacturing?

When technology turns data into better decisions and innovation into scalable solutions?

These were some of the questions at the heart of Panel Session 3 at the 2nd Edition of the Global Annual Food Processing Summit 2026:

Technology, Innovation & The Future of Food Processing

With the theme “Food Processing 4.0, AI, Automation & Smart Manufacturing,” the session explored how emerging technologies are transforming the way food is processed, tracked and delivered.

🎙️ The conversation featured:

Mr. Mayank Jani – Founder, Nanta Technologies
Mr. Paras Sanghavi – Founder & MD, Paras Sanghvi
Mr. Indraneel Chattopadhyay – COO, BYUFUEL India Private Limited
Mr. Girish Siddhpura – Director, Visw Technocrat Pvt. Ltd.
Mr. Nimesh Sheravia – General Manager – Sankalp Foods & Chairman – International Trade, Kcci India

The session was moderated by Ms. Koumal Kalantry – Founder, Bignano & Chairman – Entrepreneurship and Start-Up, KCCI.

From AI and automation to robotics, smart factories, digital traceability, food-tech, agri-tech and technology adoption by MSMEs, the discussion looked at the technologies shaping the next generation of food processing.

✨ The future of food processing isn’t just about producing more - it’s about producing smarter.

Bharat Patel I Koumal Kalantry I Amit Joshi I Nakul Lakhe I Mihir Chauhan I

17/09/2026

🌍 How does a local food brand become a name that travels beyond borders?

Growth is not just about scaling production. It is about preserving what makes a brand unique while continuously evolving with consumers, technology and markets.

At the 2nd Edition of the Global Annual Food Processing Summit 2026, Panel Session 2 brought this question to the forefront through the:

CEO Leadership Dialogue – From Local Legacy to National & Global Brands

The session explored how Indian food businesses can scale while building consumer trust, consistent quality, sustainable supply chains and strong market identities.

🎙️ The conversation featured:

Mr. CA. Naresh Dhanraj Kella – Director, Dhanraj Sugars Pvt Ltd
Ms. Arrpita A Patel – Founder & CEO, Ancient Roots
Mr. Sachin Thorat – CEO, SK Group
Mr. Anil Patel – Founder & Director, Ayuda Organics -The Organic Store Pvt. Ltd.

The session was moderated by Mr. Deep Mehta – CEO, Organization Facilitator, Startup Mentor, Podcast Host & Founder, Deep Mehta Associates

From changing consumer preferences and convenience formats to innovation, packaging, technology, retail, franchising, e-commerce and international markets, the dialogue brought real-world leadership perspectives to the table.

✨ Because a food brand may begin with a local story - but with the right vision, that story can travel much further.

Bharat Patel I Koumal Kalantry I Amit Joshi I Nakul Lakhe I Mihir Chauhan

17/09/2026

🌾 From Farm to Global Markets - Where Does India’s Next Food Processing Story Begin?

It begins with stronger value chains, smarter investments, better quality, innovation - and the right conversations.

At the 2nd Edition of the Global Annual Food Processing Summit 2026, Panel Session 1 explored:

“From Farm to Global Markets: Building India’s Next Food Processing Growth Story”

The discussion brought together perspectives from government, finance, quality, food safety and agri-export sectors, creating a multidimensional conversation around making India’s food processing ecosystem more integrated, competitive and globally connected.

🎙️ The session featured:

Mr. Alak Kumar Mitra, IEDS – Deputy Director, Ministry of MSME
Mr. Rajesh Kumar, IEDS – Assistant Director, Ministry of MSME
Mr. Naresh Babuta – General Manager, SIDBI
Mr. Jagat Patel – Advisor, NBQP – National Board For Quality Promotion_QCI
Mr. Subodh Shah – Representative, APEDA
Mr. Joseph Amruthraj – Technical Officer, FSSAI

The session was moderated by Mr. Sunjay Vuppuluri, National Head – Food & Agri Strategic Advisory and Research (FASAR), YES BANK

From farm-to-market value chains and financing to food safety, global standards, infrastructure, MSMEs and innovation, the conversation looked at the many links that can take Indian food products from local potential to global opportunity.

✨ Because going global doesn't start at the export counter - it starts much earlier, with every link in the value chain.

Bharat Patel I Koumal Kalantry I Amit Joshi I Nakul Lakhe I Mihir Chauhan I

17/09/2026

16/09/2026

✨ Savouring Success: Celebrating Innovation & Excellence in Food Processing 🏆

The 2nd Edition of the Global Annual Food Processing Summit 2026 was a celebration of the people, businesses and innovations shaping the future of food processing and agri-business.

🌟 Felicitation of Exhibitors
We proudly recognized our exhibitors who brought their products, technologies, innovations and solutions to the summit, adding immense value to the exhibition and creating opportunities for meaningful business connections.

🏆 Awards for Excellence
The Awards for Excellence celebrated outstanding contributions and achievements across the food processing ecosystem, honoring those driving innovation, quality, sustainability and growth.

From innovative products on display to remarkable achievements on stage, GFPS 2026 celebrated the spirit of enterprise and the journey of transforming food from farm to value-added products and global opportunities.

✨ A celebration of innovation. A recognition of excellence. A toast to the future of food processing.

Natural Storage solutions Pvt. Ltd., CA. Naresh Dhanraj Kella, BYUFUEL, Indraneel Chattopadhyay, Visw Technocrat Pvt. Ltd., Shri Vibracion Technologies Pvt. Ltd. , SIDBI, Abhyuday Bharat, Ancient Roots, Koumal Kalantry, TANS Amit Joshi I Nakul Lakhe I Mihir Chauhan

16/09/2026

🌍 A Key Highlight from the 2nd Global Annual Food Processing Summit 2026

Held on 15 September 2026 in Ahmedabad, the summit featured the release of a research book jointly prepared by YES BANK and Kcci India , bringing valuable insights into India’s evolving food processing sector.

The report highlights emerging opportunities across horticulture, dairy, millet-based products, cold-chain infrastructure, food-tech and value-chain innovation.

🇮🇳 As India moves towards becoming a global food value-addition hub, the research highlights the role of investment, technology and innovation in shaping the sector’s next phase of growth.

🙏 Special thanks to YES BANK for their valuable collaboration and contribution to this knowledge initiative.

Bharat Patel I Koumal Kalantry I Amit Joshi I Nakul Lakhe I Mihir Chauhan I

16/09/2026

🌍 Setting the Stage for the Future of Food Processing

On 15 September 2026, the Kcci India, supported by the Ministry of MSME, Ministry of Food Processing Industries, with YES BANK as the Knowledge Partner, SIDBI as Banking Partner and Center for Social and Conservative Policy & International Municipal BRICS+ Forum as International Partners, brought this ecosystem together at the 2nd Edition of the Global Annual Food Processing Summit 2026, held at The Pride Plaza Hotel, Ahmedabad.

The summit opened with an insightful Inaugural Session on:

“Global Food Processing for a Sustainable & Food-Secure Future: Innovation, Investment and BRICS Collaboration.”

Bringing together industry leaders, government representatives and international delegates, the session explored opportunities and possibilities shaping the future of the food processing ecosystem.

The session featured addresses by Mr. Bharat Patel, Mr. Mikhail Sverdlov, Mr. Evtukh Aleksandr, Mr. Sunjay Vuppuluri, Ms. Eva Verstraelen and Mr. Nimesh Sheravia.

🏆 The session also featured felicitation and presentation of mementos, recognizing the valuable presence and contribution of distinguished guests and participants.

📖 A key highlight was the release of the research book jointly prepared by YES BANK and Knowledge Chamber of Commerce and Industry, bringing valuable industry insights to the forefront of the summit.

✨ From the first welcome to the first conversation, the inaugural session set the tone for a day where ideas met opportunity, industry met policy, and collaboration looked beyond borders.

A meaningful beginning to conversations on innovation, investment, sustainability and the global future of food processing.

Koumal Kalantry I Amit Joshi I Nakul Lakhe I Mihir Chauhan I

15/09/2026

🍽️ What comes to your mind when you think of food?

Taste. Tradition. Memories.

But behind every plate is an entire ecosystem - farmers, processors, innovators, brands, technology providers, investors, and policymakers working together to shape the future of food.

On 15 September 2026, the Kcci India, supported by the Ministry of MSME, Ministry of Food Processing Industries, with YES BANK as the Knowledge Partner and Center for Social and Conservative Policy & International Municipal BRICS+ Forum as International Partners, brought this ecosystem together at the 2nd Edition of the Global Annual Food Processing Summit 2026, held at The Pride Plaza Hotel, Ahmedabad.

🌎 From farm to global markets
🚀 From local food businesses to national & global brands
🤖 From AI, automation, and smart manufacturing to the future of food processing
🤝 From ideas to B2B & B2G opportunities and international connections

The summit brought together industry leaders, government representatives, financial institutions, food-tech innovators, MSMEs, startups and international delegates for meaningful conversations around investment, innovation, sustainability, food safety, technology adoption and global competitiveness.

The day featured thought-provoking panel discussions, a CEO Leadership Dialogue, discussions on Food Processing 4.0, an interactive Open House Q&A, and pre-decided B2B & B2G meetings with international delegates.

The inaugural session also highlighted BRICS collaboration, investment, and innovation, along with the release of a research book jointly prepared by YES BANK and KCCI.

✨ A day where food was not just discussed as an industry, but explored as an opportunity for innovation, collaboration, and global growth.

Here’s a glimpse of the conversations, connections and moments from the Global Annual Food Processing Summit 2026.

Bharat Patel I Amit Joshi I Mihir Chauhan I Nakul Lakhe

14/09/2026

🌐 Driving Cross-Border Innovation & Multilateral Trade Partnerships

Strengthening trade relations across emerging markets and establishing multilateral economic ties are essential to building resilient, sustainable food supply chains. International municipal and economic forums serve as vital bridges, connecting local agri-enterprises with global investment channels and technology networks.

We are deeply honored to announce Mikhail Sverdlov, Director, IMBRICS Forum (International Municipal BRICS+ Forum), as an Esteemed Guest for the Inaugural Session at the 2nd Edition of the Global Annual Food Processing Summit 2026.

His presence underscores the importance of multilateral cooperation within the BRICS+ alliance, facilitating diplomatic dialogue, Municipal-to-Municipal trade synergies, and cross-border investment opportunities in the agri-food ecosystem.

The summit is organized by the e Kcci India and supported by the Ministry of MSME, Ministry of Food Processing Industries, with YES BANK as the Knowledge Partner and Center for Social and Conservative Policy & International Municipal BRICS+ Forum as International Partners.

From municipal trade collaboration to global market integration - expanding horizons for India’s food sector.

Bharat Patel I Nakul Sharedalal Amit Joshi I Mihir Chauhan I Nakul Lakhe