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PLI for Food Processing

Government of India · ongoing · since 2021

PLI for Food Processing is a Government of India scheme dating from 2021; its current status is ongoing (target: PLI period 2021-27). PLI scheme for four food product segments: ready-to-eat, marine products, mozzarella cheese, and innovative/organic foods. Targets ₹33,000 crore in food processing investment.

↗ Official source — mofpi.gov.in

Status
ongoing
Started
2021
Budget / outlay
₹10,900 crore (PLI for food processing, 2021–27)
Reach
Govt. reported: 168 applications approved (incl. millet-based products); investment of about ₹9,207 crore (till 31 Dec 2025); about 3.29 lakh direct and indirect jobs · PIB Mar 2026
Target
PLI period 2021-27
Run by
Government of India
Official source
mofpi.gov.in
Last verified
Sep 2026

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PLI for Food Processing
Ongoing
Budget₹10,900 crore (PLI for food processing, 2021–27)
ReachGovt. reported: 168 applications approved (incl. millet-based products); investment of about ₹9,207 crore (till 31 Dec 2025); about 3.29 lakh direct and indirect jobs · PIB Mar 2026
TargetPLI period 2021-27
Since 2021 · PLI scheme for four food product segments: ready-to-eat, marine products, mozzarella cheese, and innovative/organic foods. Targets ₹33,000 crore in food processing investment.

Frequently asked questions

What is PLI for Food Processing?

PLI scheme for four food product segments: ready-to-eat, marine products, mozzarella cheese, and innovative/organic foods. Targets ₹33,000 crore in food processing investment.

What is the official website of PLI for Food Processing?

The official source for PLI for Food Processing is mofpi.gov.in.

When did PLI for Food Processing start?

PLI for Food Processing dates from 2021.

What is the current status of PLI for Food Processing?

PLI for Food Processing is ongoing, with a target of PLI period 2021-27.

What is the budget of PLI for Food Processing?

₹10,900 crore (PLI for food processing, 2021–27)

How many people has PLI for Food Processing reached?

Govt. reported: 168 applications approved (incl. millet-based products); investment of about ₹9,207 crore (till 31 Dec 2025); about 3.29 lakh direct and indirect jobs · PIB Mar 2026

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