India Celebrates Its First National Ice Cream Day: A Sweet Move for the Industry

The inaugural Ice Cream Day in India marks a significant move to boost the ice cream industry, highlighting its role in economic growth and promoting sustainability. Government and industry leaders emphasize its potential in agro-industries and food processing, enhancing domestic consumption and market investments.

New Delhi witnessed a landmark occasion on March 28, as the country marked its first-ever Ice Cream Day. Shri S. P. Singh Baghel, Minister of State for Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying, praised the ice cream industry's contribution to the economy during the event organized by the Indian Ice Cream Manufacturing Association (IICMA).

Highlighting the vast potential of the sector, Baghel noted the government's initiatives such as Production Linked Incentive schemes and foreign direct investment strategies that support the dairy and food processing industries. With ice cream consumption surging, India is positioned as one of the world's fastest-growing markets, offering significant opportunities for domestic and international investors.

The celebration underscores the government's commitment to creating economic opportunities and drawing investments, aligning with trends in consumer preferences for healthier, innovative ice cream varieties. The event emphasized the sector's role in fostering economic growth while ensuring environmental sustainability.

(With inputs from agencies.)