New Delhi, Oct. 15 -- Over the next five years, India aims to double its agricultural and agri-based exports and open new global markets for Indian rice, Pralhad Joshi, Minister of Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution, said in a video message, "Over the next 5 years, we aim to reform and modernize the public distribution system, double Agri and Agri based exports and open new global markets for Indian rice," he noted.

Joshi added that while India is expanding its presence in global markets, protecting its citizens through a strong public distribution system will continue to be a top priority.

Congratulating Indian Rice Exporters Federation (IREF) for organizing Bharat International Rice Conference (BRIC) 2025, Joshi said, "The...