India, April 17 --  Nikki Arora Singh, Founder & Director of Shivanika Foods (Blue Tribe and KLAW Snacks)

As India's snacking landscape undergoes a rapid transformation, the convergence of health, convenience, and flavour is redefining what consumers expect from everyday foods. The rise of "better-for-you" and functional snacks, driven by growing awareness around nutrition, urban lifestyles, and the demand for clean-label products, is pushing manufacturers to rethink traditional formulations and processing techniques. Among the emerging innovations, sprouted ingredients such as moong and jowar are gaining attention for their enhanced nutritional profile and digestibility, though scaling them into commercially viable, shelf-stable fo...