This segment constitutes
soft drinks, the production of which increased from 5670 million bottles in 1998-99 to
6230 million bottles in 1999-2000. This product group is a non-alcoholic
flavoured/sweetened beverage, of which Cola, Orange & Lemon are some of the accepted
tastes in India. Currently it is estimated that 65% Indians prefer non-alcoholic drinks.
Manufacture of packaged drinks is governed by FPO. There are several well established
corporations in this industry with widely advertised brands. Some of the major
manufacturers are Parle (Exports) Pvt.Ltd, Pepsi Foods Ltd, Coca-Cola, Pure Drinks (New
Delhi) Ltd.
Milk & Milk
Products| Fruits & Vegetables| Grains|
Meat & Poultry| Fisheries| Packaged/Convenience Food Sector| Packaged
Drinks| Beer/Alcoholic Beverages |
