“Out of over 100 startups, eight high-potential Indian startups have been selected through a national-level process to participate at Gulfood 2026,” it said.
The ministry’s arm Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA) is participating in the event from January 26-30 in Dubai.
“A key highlight of India’s participation is the BHARATI Pavilion, APEDA’s flagship initiative to promote export-ready agri-food and agri-tech startups,” it said.
The BHARATI Pavilion is located in the Startup Zone at the Dubai World Trade Centre.
The Indian Pavilion also features a dedicated Culinary Area, where a renowned chef will conduct live demonstrations of Indian cuisines. This experiential zone highlights India’s rich culinary heritage, diverse regional flavours, and the versatility of Indian ingredients, enhancing buyer engagement and global appreciation of Indian food products.
India’s participation spans a total exhibition space of 1,434 square metres, double of last year, featuring 161 exhibitors across a wide range of categories including processed foods, fresh and frozen products, pulses, grains and cereals, beverages, value-added food products, and agri-export startups.