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Food firms scramble for experienced safety professionals as demand soars

India's food industry is currently experiencing a significant shortage of experienced food-safety professionals. Employers have reported a 94.4% increase in job postings for these roles this quarter. Many applicants lack the required operational experience, which has created a major gap in the market. The demand for food-safety professionals is expected to rise further during the festive season. This situation is causing longer hiring timelines and higher salaries in the industry.

9 Oct 2026 6:44 am