An MoU signed between FCI and WFP for Supply of 2 Lakh Metric Tonnes Rice

An MoU signed between FCI and WFP for Supply of 2 Lakh Metric Tonnes Rice

¨     An MoU signed between FCI and WFP for Supply of 2 Lakh Metric Tonnes Rice.

¨     On 18 February 2026, an MoU was signed between the Food Corporation of India and the World Food Programme to support global humanitarian operations against hunger.

¨     The agreement was signed by Rabindra Kumar Agarwal on behalf of the Government of India and Carl Skau, Deputy Executive Director of WFP.

¨     Under the MoU, the supply of 200,000 metric tonnes of rice (up to 25% broken) to WFP has been agreed upon to strengthen global food assistance programmes.

¨     The agreement has been made valid for a period of five years from the date of signing and can be extended through mutual consent of both sides.

¨     It has been decided that the price of rice will be mutually fixed every year, with the current rate set at ₹2,800 per quintal up to 31 March 2026.

¨     Secretary Sanjeev Chopra stated that the partnership reflects India’s resolve to export hope, nutrition and dignity to populations facing hunger.

¨     Carl Skau described the agreement as a key milestone that will help WFP reach vulnerable populations more effectively over the next five years.

¨   India’s role as a major agricultural nation and supporter of global solidarity was highlighted during the signing.

¨  The partnership is expected to strengthen cooperation between India and WFP in addressing humanitarian food security challenges worldwide.