Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan lauded the efforts and sent his warm wishes for the upcoming Bharat International Rice conference 2025 that is scheduled to be held on 30th & 31st October 2025 at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi. This landmark event is poised to be the largest ever gathering of the global rice export ecosystem. The event will convene over 5,000 farmers, 2,500 exporters and millers, 50 shipping lines, 1,000 international buyers from more than 80 countries, and representatives from diplomatic missions and trade delegations.

In a congratulatory message for BIRC 2025, organized by IREF in association with APEDA and the Ministry of Commerce, Chouhan stated: “Agriculture is the soul of our civilization, and rice is the pride of our farmers. The Bharat International Rice Conference 2025, on 30-31 October at Bharat Mandapam, celebrates our farmers’ excellence and India’s leadership in global food security”
In addition, while highlighting nation’s mission to raise productivity sustainably, diversify varieties, and improve incomes in agriculture sector, union agriculture minister further said: “We will strengthen research and extension, promote climate-smart practices, and support FPOs and cooperatives to connect directly with markets.
India will not only remain the largest exporter; we will be the most reliable with quality, safety, and timely delivery. Over the next five years, we will work with all stakeholders to double agri and agri-based exports, while keeping farmer welfare at the heart of every decision”.
Dr. Prem Garg, National President of Indian Rice Exporters Federation and Chairman of Shri Lal Mahal Group appreciated the message and support received from the Government of India and stated that “We are honored by the trust and support of the Ministry of agriculture & farmers welfare and Rural Development for BIRC 2025. This collaboration adds immense value to BIRC 2025 and reinforces India’s pivotal role in ensuring global food security while shaping the future of rice trade.”
About BIRC 2025
The Bharat International Rice Conference (BIRC) 2025 will serve as a premier global event dedicated to rice. The event is scheduled to be held at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi, on October 30–31, 2025. Organized in collaboration with the Ministry of Commerce and Industry, Government of India, through APEDA, the event intends to bring together governments, exporters, millers, buyers, logistics partners, and policymakers. The goal is to collaboratively strategize and stabilize the future of the global rice trade.