GS 1 – Society
Context
The Government of India and the World Food Programme (WFP) signed a Letter of Intent (LoI) on 25 August 2025, marking a major step in collaboration to address the global hunger crisis.
Highlights
- India will supply fortified rice to WFP for distribution among vulnerable populations in crisis zones worldwide.
- Showcases India’s role as an agricultural surplus nation contributing to humanitarian aid.
- Reflects India’s philosophy of Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam – “the world is one family.”
- Builds upon discussions at the WFP Executive Board side event in Rome (Feb 2025).
- Complementary initiatives under India–WFP partnership include:
- Supply Chain Optimization (distribution/procurement)
- Fortified Rice Rollout
- Annapurti Devices (Grain ATMs)
- Jan Poshan Kendra
- Smart Warehousing
- FLOSPANS (Mobile Storage Units)
Significance
- Strengthens India’s role as a global humanitarian leader.
- Enhances India’s food diplomacy and soft power.
- Aligns with SDG-2 (Zero Hunger).
- Demonstrates India’s proactive contribution in multilateral cooperation and global governance.