Unlocking the Growth Potential of Eastern India's Food Industry

Industry leaders at International Kolkata Foodtech 2025 highlighted eastern India's potential in the food sector. While strong in bakery, the region lags in ice cream. Calls for sustainable packaging and expanding manufacturing were made. The ongoing B2B exhibition underscores opportunities for rapid growth.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Kolkata | Updated: 02-08-2025 17:38 IST | Created: 02-08-2025 17:38 IST
Unlocking the Growth Potential of Eastern India's Food Industry
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At the International Kolkata Foodtech 2025, industry leaders discussed the immense growth potential of the food sector in eastern India, despite existing challenges.

Niche segments like bakery show promise, but ice cream remains underdeveloped, allowing room for substantial growth.

The event, running at the Biswa Bangla Milan Mela Complex until August 4, highlights sustainable practices and strategic manufacturing as key drivers for regional advancement.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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