(MENAFN- IMARC Group) India Bottled Water Market Overview
The India bottled water market was valued at USD 9.5 billion in 2024 and is projected to reach USD 29.7 billion by 2033 , growing at a CAGR of 12.45% from 2025 to 2033. Market growth is driven by rising health awareness, urbanization, increasing tourism, and a shift toward safe, packaged drinking water due to concerns over waterborne diseases. Expanding product diversification and premiumization in flavored and mineral water segments are further fueling consumer adoption.

Key Highlights

• Market size (2024): USD 9.5 billion
• Forecast (2033): USD 29.7 billion
• CAGR (2025–2033): 12.45%
• Strong growth in premium and flavored bottled water categories
• Rising demand from urban centers and tourist destinations
• Expansion of modern retail and direct-to-consumer channels boosting accessibility

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How AI is Transforming the Bottled Water Market in India
AI applications are enhancing efficiency, quality, and customer engagement across the bottled water value chain:

• Predictive demand forecasting to optimize production and inventory levels
• AI-powered quality control systems detecting impurities during bottling
• Smart vending machines with facial recognition and personalized recommendations
• Route optimization algorithms improving delivery efficiency for direct sales
• Consumer insights analytics enabling targeted marketing based on purchase behavior

Key Market Trends and Drivers

• Health and Wellness Focus : Increasing preference for safe, hygienic drinking water in urban and rural areas
• Product Premiumization : Growth of flavored, mineral, and functional water segments
• Tourism and Hospitality Growth : Boosting on-trade bottled water demand
• Packaging Innovations : Shift toward eco-friendly and recyclable bottles
• Expansion of Organized Retail : Greater visibility and availability in supermarkets and hypermarkets

Market Segmentation

The report has segmented the market into the following categories:

Product Type Insights :

• Still
• Carbonated
• Flavored
• Mineral

Distribution Channel Insights :

• Supermarkets and Hypermarkets
• Convenience Stores
• Direct Sales
• On-Trade
• Others

Regional Insights :

• North India
• West and Central India
• South India
• East and Northeast India

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Latest Developments in the Industry

• March 2025 : Leading bottled water brand announced investment in AI-driven bottling plants to enhance quality and reduce waste.
• February 2025 : Expansion of flavored bottled water lines by multiple domestic brands targeting health-conscious millennials.
• January 2025 : Major supermarket chains introduced dedicated premium water sections to cater to rising demand for mineral and alkaline water.
• 2024 : Growth in eco-friendly packaging initiatives, including plant-based and recycled PET bottles, by top players to align with sustainability goals.

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