The Production Linked Incentive Scheme for the Food Processing Industry (PLISFPI) has delivered strong growth outcomes, with sales of supported products increasing by 10.58% and exports rising by 7.41%, according to the Ministry of Food Processing Industries (MoFPI). The scheme continues to strengthen India’s food processing ecosystem through enhanced capacity, investment inflows, and export momentum.
Strong Investment Momentum
Total investments under the scheme have exceeded ₹9,000 crore (approximately US$ 0.97 billion), surpassing the initial committed outlay of around ₹7,000 crore (US$ 0.76 billion). This overachievement reflects strong industry participation and accelerated execution of investment plans.
The scheme has played a key role in encouraging companies to scale operations, improve infrastructure, and enhance value-added production capabilities.
Capacity Expansion and Job Creation
PLISFPI has contributed significantly to capacity building, adding approximately 34 lakh metric tonnes per annum in processing and preservation capacity. Alongside infrastructure development, the initiative has generated employment opportunities for over 3 lakh individuals, supporting both rural and urban economies.
Millet Segment Emerges as a Key Growth Driver
One of the standout outcomes of the scheme has been the rapid growth in millet-based products. Sales in this segment have surged from ₹345 crore in FY23 to ₹1,845 crore in FY25, underscoring the impact of focused branding, nutritional positioning, and global market outreach.
This growth highlights the increasing acceptance of millets as a value-added, health-oriented food category both domestically and internationally.
Strengthening India’s Food Processing Ecosystem
Since its launch in FY22, the PLISFPI has played a crucial role in modernising India’s food processing sector. The scheme has supported branding initiatives, improved supply chain efficiency, and enabled Indian food brands to expand their presence in global markets.
By driving investment, innovation, and export competitiveness, the initiative continues to contribute to the long-term development of the sector.
Summary:
The PLISFPI scheme has driven 10.58% growth in sales and 7.41% rise in exports of supported food products, with total investments exceeding ₹9,000 crore. The initiative has boosted processing capacity, created over 3 lakh jobs, and significantly accelerated growth in the millet segment, strengthening India’s food processing ecosystem and global competitiveness.
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