India, April 21 -- The Government of India has issued a release:

 Key Takeaways

Under the scheme (as of Feb 2026):

Introduction              

India's food processing sector has emerged as a critical pillar of the agricultural and manufacturing ecosystem, driving value addition, strengthening market linkages, and enhancing the availability of processed foods. The sector has witnessed steady growth in recent years, with Gross Value Added (GVA) increasing from Rs.1.34 lakh crore in 2014-15 to Rs.2.24 lakh crore in 2023-24 as per the first revised estimates. Its rising global footprint is reflected in the share of processed food exports in agricultural exports, which...