Three-Day International Foodtech Expo To Begin In Kolkata On Aug 18

Kolkata, Aug 8 (KNN) The 20th International Foodtech Kolkata is all set to be held at the Biswa Bangla Milan Mela Complex on August 18, 2023.

The three-day mega exhibition is eastern India’s premier B2B expo focusing on food processing, bakery, sweets and snacks industry.

As per reports, more than 180 national and international companies and leading brands from the food and hospitality sector are expected to participate in the event.

According to Zakir Hossain, convener of the 20th International Foodtech Kolkata, the expo gains prominence in the wake of the looming global food crisis. “With food security emerging as a serious global concern, the need to have advanced food technologies and processes that cater to aspects of affordability, efficiency and loss of waste have become very important. The exhibition will showcase such emerging technologies, processes and practices related to the food and hospitality industry,” he said.

Pranab Chandra, secretary, Chanachur Association (Mishti Udyog) said it is high time the snack and sweet industry of Bengal adapt the latest technology, food manufacturing and packaging practices to stay ahead in the game.

“Through the expo, the people associated with the industry will learn about the latest production methods and hygiene control,” he said.

Dhiman Das, president, Misthi Udyog, at a press meet in Kolkata on Monday said, “We have approximately one lakh sweetmeat shops in the state. In the age of technological advancements, our craftsmen need to innovate, collaborate, and create products that bridge the gap between tradition and modernity. By embracing technology, craftsmen can explore minimal waste production, and energy-efficient processes.”

The World Mithai-Namkeen Convention is also expected to be held for the first time in Kolkata in December.  (KNN Bureau)