Vezlay Foods honored with 'Plant-Based Food of the Year 2025' Award

Vezlay Foods, a pioneer in India’s plant-based food industry, has been honored with the prestigious ‘Plant-Based Food of the Year 2025’ award at the Star International MSME Forum. The award was presented by veteran actress and Member of Parliament Hema Malini at the MSME Global Summit 5.0, held on 18 August 2025 at Le Meridien, New Delhi.

The summit united entrepreneurs, MSMEs, diplomats, and industry leaders from around the world. Hema Malini’s role as Chief Guest added grace and inspiration to the event, motivating participants to innovate and aim higher. The award ceremony was a major highlight of the summit, honoring outstanding contributions to India’s MSME ecosystem.

A moment of pride for Vezlay Foods

Accepting the award, Laxman Das Bajaj, Chairman of Vezlay Foods, expressed heartfelt gratitude and said, “We are deeply honored to receive the ‘Plant-Based Food of the Year 2025’ award. This recognition reflects our team’s relentless dedication to delivering innovative, high-quality plant-based products. Having the legendary Hema Malini Ji present this award was truly unforgettable — her gracious words have inspired us to push even further in revolutionizing plant-based food in India.”

He added, “The MSME Global Summit 5.0 provided a tremendous platform to exchange ideas and explore collaborations with entrepreneurs and diplomats worldwide. We thank the Star International MSME Forum and all dignitaries present for this recognition. This award reaffirms our unwavering commitment to quality, innovation, and sustainability in every product we create.”

A milestone achievement for Vezlay Foods

Vezlay Foods has revolutionized how consumers experience healthy, protein-rich, and sustainable food. Its diverse product lineup includes soy/plant-based kebabs, seekh rolls, nuggets, momos, chaap, mince, and ready-to-eat meals — all meant to deliver authentic flavor, high nutrition, and a cruelty-free dining experience.

With products now available on quick-commerce platforms like Instamart, Vezlay ensures these plant-based delights arrive at customers’ doorsteps within minutes, making sustainable eating more convenient than ever. By strengthening its distribution network and leveraging digital retail, the company is helping plant-based diets become more mainstream.

The company’s mission to combine health, flavor, and environmental responsibility has earned it a loyal customer base and significant industry recognition. This recent award further solidifies Vezlay’s role as a leader in India’s quickly growing soy/plant-based market.

“We are excited about the future of plant-based foods and the global shift toward sustainable diets,” Bajaj concluded. “Through continued innovation and collaboration, Vezlay Foods is committed to meeting consumer needs while creating a positive impact on health and the planet.”

Vezlay Foods: Leading India’s plant-based revolution

Founded in 2010 to create soy-based foods that mimic the taste and texture of traditional meat, Vezlay Foods has become a trusted brand among health-conscious and environmentally aware consumers. Using responsibly sourced ingredients and eco-friendly manufacturing methods, the company ensures every product is both tasty and sustainable.

With an expanding presence in India and increasing global demand, Vezlay keeps growing through modern retail, eCommerce platforms, and international partnerships.

About Vezlay Foods

Vezlay Foods Private Limited is a leading Indian company in innovative, nutritious, and eco-friendly soy-based plant foods. Its wide range includes vegan meats, ready-to-eat snacks, protein-rich chaap, kebabs, egg bhurji, lollipops, Shammi Kabab, soy leg pieces, momos, and more — offering tasty alternatives to traditional meat. With a vision to make sustainable food accessible for everyone, Vezlay continues to lead India’s plant-based revolution.