<h1>India Approves 62 Cold Chain Projects with Grants Up to Rs.10 Crore to Boost Food Processing Infrastructure.</h1> The Ministry of Food Processing Industries in India has approved 62 projects to establish cold chain facilities, implemented by private or cooperative sectors. These projects are eligible for grants-in-aid under a specific Plan Scheme. The ministry provides financial assistance, covering 50% to 75% of the cost of plant, machinery, and technical civil works, with a maximum grant of Rs.10 crore. The initiatives aim to enhance post-harvest processing infrastructure, reduce wastage, and increase the shelf life of products. Other government agencies also support cold storage development under their schemes. This information was shared in a written reply in the Lok Sabha.