The 18th edition of India Food Forum, the country’s most influential B2B food intelligence and business event, is scheduled for November 11–12, 2025, at the Jio World Convention Centre, Mumbai.
Co-powered by Reliance Smart Bazaar, this two-day mega forum will bring together the entire food-industry ecosystem — including food manufacturers, marketers, distributors, retailers, HoReCa leaders, and service providers. The event will feature a high-impact conference, zoned exhibitions, curated networking forums, and the annual industry awards ceremony celebrating excellence across the sector.
This year’s theme, “Building a Palate for Partnerships,” highlights the power of collaboration in a rapidly evolving food landscape. With 3,000+ industry attendees, 500+ brands, 250+ experts, and 100+ exhibitors, India Food Forum 2025 stands as the most comprehensive knowledge and business platform for every link in the food value chain. Attendees can explore 200+ new products and brands, engage with peers and partners, and gain insights from India’s most respected food business leaders.
The event will be chaired by two distinguished industry icons —
Damodar Mall, CEO – Grocery, Reliance Retail, and Padma Shri Chef Sanjeev Kapoor, globally acclaimed Culinary Master, Humanitarian, and Entrepreneur.
“At India Food Forum, every edition opens doors to new ideas, new relationships, and new possibilities,” said Damodar Mall, who will chair the Retail Convention. “I look forward to reconnecting with industry colleagues and partners once again in 2025.”
Sharing his excitement, Chef Sanjeev Kapoor, who will chair the HoReCa Convention, added, “Food service in India is witnessing explosive innovation and global appreciation. From fresh concepts to sustainable sourcing, Indian restaurateurs are setting global benchmarks. It’s an honour to lead the HoReCa forum at India Food Forum 2025.”
India Food Forum 2025 will also feature a stellar lineup of business leaders and innovators, including:
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Sunil D’Souza, CEO & Managing Director, Tata Consumer Products
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Rohit Kapoor, CEO – Food Marketplace, Swiggy
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Rajneet Kohli, Executive Director – Foods, Hindustan Unilever Limited
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Sagar J. Daryani, President, NRAI & Co-founder & CEO, Wow! Momo Foods
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Hardeep Singh, CEO, 7-Eleven India
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Ankit Patel, Managing Director & CEO, The Belgian Waffle Co.
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Mithun Appaiah, CEO, Wow! Momo Foods
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Tarak Bhattacharya, ED & CEO, Mad Over Donuts
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Santosh Kumar, Chief Business Officer, FreshToHome
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Deepa Hall, Sr Vice President – F&B Retail, Reliance Brands
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Anurag Katriar, Founder & CMD, Indigo Hospitality
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Prashant Peres, Managing Director – South Asia, Kellanova
India Food Forum 2025 promises unmatched insights, opportunities, and collaborations that are set to shape the future of India’s food industry.
