AMN / PATNA
Union Minister for Food Processing Industries, Chirag Paswan has said that there is a huge potential in the food processing sector in the country and it can also establish its position in the International Market.
Addressing an investor’s meet in Patna related to the food processing sector, Mr. Paswan said India can establish its position as world food basket and get recognition in this sector.
He said food processing sector holds immense potential for boosting farmers’ income because it can increase the longevity of perishable food items.
The union minister praised Bihar government for the incentives given to the investors and better ease of doing business atmosphere. He also said with prominence and core competence in agriculture Bihar can lead to a path of development by tapping its potential in the food processing sector.
Mr. Paswan said the Centre is committed to help and handhold Bihar in this sector, which is still leader in production of foxnut, litchi and other agri-products.