Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday underlined the growing global demand for organic food and said his vision is to see Indian food brands on dining tables across the world.
Speaking at the Rising North East Summit, held at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi, the Prime Minister said that over the past decade, the scope of organic farming in the region has more than doubled. He noted that the North-East is producing a wide range of high-quality products such as tea, pineapples, oranges, lemons, turmeric, and ginger.
“The exceptional taste and quality of these products have led to increasing international demand,” he said, urging stakeholders to tap into this opportunity and recognize the region as a key driver of India’s organic food exports.
Prime Minister Modi also reiterated the Centre’s commitment to strengthening food processing infrastructure in the North-East. He said that enhanced connectivity is already aiding the initiative, while additional steps are being taken to develop mega food parks, expand cold storage networks, and establish testing lab facilities.
Referring to the recently launched Oil Palm Mission, the Prime Minister highlighted the North-East’s favourable soil and climate for palm oil cultivation. He said this initiative not only offers farmers strong income potential but also reduces the country’s dependence on imported edible oils.
“Palm oil farming in the North-East is a significant opportunity, and I encourage industries and stakeholders to actively participate in harnessing the region’s agricultural potential,” he added.
