The 3rd edition of Vitafoods India, organized by Informa Markets in India, commenced at Jio World Convention Centre, Mumbai, from February 5 to 7, 2025. As a premier platform for the evolving Indian nutraceutical market, the event showcased 136 domestic and 23 international exhibitors, along with insights from 35+ expert speakers. Industry professionals, including distributors, procurement managers, R&D specialists, regulatory affairs professionals, and product development experts, actively participated.
With an expected footfall of over 8,000 visitors, Vitafoods India 2025 continues to be a key networking and knowledge hub for the nutraceutical ecosystem. The event comes at a time when India’s nutritional supplements market is projected to reach USD 68.42 billion by 2030, growing at a CAGR of 8.0%, emphasizing the role of innovation in health and wellness.
Distinguished Dignitaries Grace the Expo
The event was inaugurated by prominent dignitaries, including:
Dr. Subrata Gupta, IAS, Secretary, Ministry of Food Processing Industries, Govt. of India (Chief Guest)
Dr. Manoj Nesari, Advisor, Ayurveda, Ministry of AYUSH, Govt. of India
Dr. Meenakshi Singh, Chief Scientist, CSIR – Technology Management Directorate
Natasha Berrow, Executive Vice President – Food, Informa Markets
Yogesh Mudras, Managing Director, Informa Markets in India
Rahul Deshpande, Sr. Group Director, Informa Markets in India
Global and Ayurvedic Market Insights:
Dr. Subrata Gupta, Secretary, Ministry of Food Processing Industries, Govt. of India, emphasized the global nutrition market’s $520 billion value, highlighting India’s $8 billion share and its potential in Ayurveda-based nutraceuticals. He stressed the importance of standardization, research-backed validation, and sustainable cultivation practices to boost India’s global standing in natural wellness. He also highlighted the need for:
1.Bridging traditional knowledge with modern healthcare through quality, traceability, and accessibility.
2.Addressing challenges in quality planting materials, processing gaps, and export compliance to enhance industry growth.
3.Advanced processing techniques like gamma irradiation to improve shelf life and support SMEs.
The Rise of Ayurveda and Nutraceuticals
Dr. Manoj Nesari, Advisor, Ayurveda, Ministry of AYUSH, highlighted the remarkable growth of the Ayurveda and nutraceutical sector, from $3 billion in 2014 to $24 billion today, with a $200 billion projection for the next decade. Key factors driving this growth include:
1.Global acceptance and research advancements in Ayurveda.
2.Ayurvedic Aahar (Functional Foods) leveraging medicinal plants like turmeric, amla, and triphala.
3.A shift from supplementation to nutrient absorption, addressing public health concerns like iron deficiency anemia.
4.Expanding Ayurveda into veterinary applications and Agro Ayurveda for a sustainable supply chain.
With rising global interest in Ayurveda and medical value travel, India is well-positioned to blend traditional wisdom with modern health solutions, reinforcing its leadership in the nutraceutical and wellness industry.