From Bengaluru to New Zealand: Aaahara Takes Millet Foods Global

Aaahara Expands to New Zealand, Bringing Karnataka’s Food Innovation to the Global Stage. The Bengaluru-based food brand has officially entered the New Zealand market, timing its debut with the historic India-New Zealand diplomatic engagement. This expansion follows an APEDA-supported export milestone, participation in the India and New Zealand Business Engagement 2026, and the receipt of the FKCCI Best Debut Exporter Award.

Bengaluru | August 05, 2026: Aaahara, the consumer food label under Bengaluru-based Infini Agrotek LLP, has commenced operations in New Zealand, introducing its range of botanically infused, millet-based Ready-to-Cook functional foods alongside premium cryogenically processed spices. The Auckland launch on 9 July 2026 represents a major step in the company's global growth strategy, following the successful APEDA-facilitated sea shipment of the first-ever botanically infused, Ready-to-Cook millet functional foods from Karnataka to New Zealand.

This market entry occurred alongside Hon'ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi's historic official visit to New Zealand—the first by an Indian Prime Minister in four decades—during which both nations elevated their ties to a Strategic Partnership, pledging to bolster bilateral trade, investment, and innovation. That same week, Mr. Suresh Kumar Bafna, Founder and CEO, Aaahara (Infini Agrotek LLP), took part in the India and New Zealand Business Engagement 2026. This high-level event, held in parallel with the Prime Ministerial visit, convened government officials, industry leaders, and corporate representatives from both countries. Against this backdrop, Aaahara’s expansion underscores the rising global potential for Indian firms to develop value-added food brands centered on agricultural excellence and innovation.

Commenting on the milestone, Mr. Suresh Kumar Bafna, Founder and CEO, Aaahara (Infini Agrotek LLP), said, "Our official launch in New Zealand marks an important chapter in Aaahara's journey to take India's traditional food wisdom to global consumers. We believe the growing demand for nutritious, convenient and authentic food products presents a significant opportunity for Indian brands to showcase the country's rich culinary heritage through innovation. As we expand our presence in international markets, we look forward to introducing thoughtfully developed millet-based foods from India to consumers across the world."

Mr. Bafna was among the Indian business leaders participating in the India and New Zealand Business Engagement 2026, an event organized by New Zealand Trade & Enterprise (NZTE) and the Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FICCI). Held as part of the broader diplomatic engagements during the Prime Ministerial visit, this forum allowed business leaders from both nations to discuss prospects in trade, agriculture, food processing, technology, and innovation, highlighting Aaahara's rising influence within India's value-added food export sector.

He further added, "Participating in the India and New Zealand Business Engagement 2026 highlighted the value of deeper collaboration between India and New Zealand across food technology, research, quality systems and sustainable food processing. Such partnerships will be instrumental in creating globally competitive value-added food products from India. We are honoured to receive the FKCCI Best Debut Exporter Award, which recognises our efforts to build high-quality food brands from Karnataka for international markets."

The Federation of Karnataka Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FKCCI) has also recognized Aaahara’s international progress with the Best Debut Exporter Award. This accolade honors the company's role in promoting Karnataka's value-added food exports and reaffirms its dedication to establishing globally competitive food brands originating from India.

Aaahara offers a portfolio featuring botanically infused Ready-to-Cook functional foods inspired by Indian staples like Idli-Dosa, Protein Adai, Khichdi, Pongal, Kanji, and Payasam, as well as premium cryogenically processed spices such as Sambar Powder, Rasam Powder, Puliyogare Powder, and Idli Podi. By utilizing advanced low-temperature grinding technology, the company ensures its products maintain authentic flavors while providing the nutrition and convenience required by today's consumers.

With an existing footprint spanning over 10,000 retail outlets, Amazon, Flipkart, Instamart, aaahara.com, HoReCa, and institutional channels, Aaahara is now prioritizing the expansion of its international reach through strategic partnerships in research, product innovation, quality systems, and distribution. Beyond a simple market entry, the company's move into New Zealand signals a long-term commitment to bringing Karnataka's food innovation to a global audience.

About Aaahara

Aaahara, the consumer brand of Infini Agrotek LLP, is a Bengaluru-based food technology company developing value-added food products inspired by India's rich culinary traditions. Its portfolio includes botanically infused, millet-based Ready-to-Cook functional foods and premium cryogenically processed spices, combining authentic recipes with modern food-processing technologies to create clean-label products that deliver nutrition, convenience and great taste. The company is present across more than 10,000 retail stores in India, as well as Amazon, Flipkart, Instamart, its direct-to-consumer platform aaahara.com, HoReCa and institutional channels, and is now expanding its international footprint with its entry into New Zealand.