TPCI launches West Zone Regional Committee on Snacks Processing Industry
Trade Promotion Council of India (TPCI) has launched its West Zone Regional Committee on the Snack Processing Industry, a landmark initiative to align this dynamic sector with domestic and global opportunities. The committee will unite leading producers, processors, and technology providers, creating a collaborative platform to drive dialogue, advocate policy reforms, and shape strategies for sustainable growth.
The Trade Promotion Council of India (TPCI) has announced the formation of its first West Zone National Committee on Snack Processing Industry, marking a significant initiative to strengthen and promote the region’s snack processing sector both domestically and globally.
The committee brings together eminent industry leaders and experts from across the snack processing ecosystem, with the mandate to serve as a collaborative platform for dialogue, policy advocacy, and strategic interventions.
In its inaugural meeting, the committee unanimously elected Mr. Ashish Agarwal, MD, Bhikharam Chandmal as Chairperson and Atulkumar Babulal Vekariya, Chairman & Founder, Multigrain Food Pvt. Ltd. (Atul Bakery) as Co-Chair.
Final Committee Members:
– Ashish Agarwal, Managing Director, Bhikaram Chandmal (Chair)
– Atulkumar Babulal Vekariya, Chairman & Founder, Multigrain Food Pvt. Ltd. (Co-Chair)
– Rahul Agrawal, Managing Director, Jabsons Foods Pvt. Ltd.
– Jayesh Patel, Managing Director, A. Innovative Food Products LLP
– Karan Sarodia, Founder & Director, McPatel Foods Pvt. Ltd.
– Nitesh Shah, Director, Maharana Foods
– Sameer Gala, VP Sales & Marketing, Baijay International Pvt. Ltd. (Charliee)
– Pratik Chotai, CEO, Talod Foods
– Nirav Dhiru Sampat, Founder, Vedic Pac Systems Pvt. Ltd.
– Priya Bagul, General Manager – Corporate & Strategy, Kiron Food Processing Technologies (FPT)
– Parag Patwardhan, Senior VP- Sales , Nichrome India Ltd.
– Ankit Hansaliya, Managing Director, A. Innovative International Ltd.
– Avinash Bangale, General Manager, Mamata Machinery Pvt. Ltd.
– Ajay Desai, Executive Director, Axtel Industries Ltd.
In FY 2023, India’s food processing sector was estimated at ~ ₹ 2,641,121 crore (US$ 307 billion), and is projected to more than double to ~₹ 6,022,100 crore (US$ 700 billion) by 2030. The Indian snacks processing industry has rapidly evolved into one of the most dynamic segments of the country’s food economy. According to IMARC Group, the India snacks market was valued at ₹ 46,571.3 Crore in 2024, and is expected to grow to ₹ 1,01,811.2 Crore by 2033, at a CAGR of ~8.63%.
Snacking has become an integral part of Indian consumption patterns, with growing penetration across Tier-II and Tier-III cities. On the global front, India’s exports of savouries and snack products have already crossed US$ 1 billion annually, driven by strong diaspora demand and increasing acceptance of Indian innovations such as baked, extruded and millet-based snacks in mainstream markets. With the global savoury snacks market projected to exceed US$ 260 billion by 2028 (Bona Fide Research), India stands at the cusp of significant domestic and export-led opportunities.
Recognising this potential, the Trade Promotion Council of India has constituted its West Zone Regional Committee on Snacks Processing Industry to provide focused direction and advocacy for the sector. The committee’s mandate is to address industry challenges, identify and leverage emerging opportunities, and ensure effective representation before the government on policy matters. It will facilitate structured engagement with policymakers through consultations and roundtables, while also driving promotional strategies to enhance the visibility of Indian snacks in both domestic and international markets.
A key priority is the creation of a White Paper outlining the sector’s growth trajectory, challenges and strategic roadmap, serving as a knowledge base for stakeholders. In doing so, the committee seeks to position Indian snacks processing as a globally competitive, innovative and sustainable industry.
