The India premium bottled water market size reached USD 1,182.90 Million in 2024. Looking forward, IMARC Group expects the market to reach USD 2,273.62 Million by 2033, exhibiting a growth rate (CAGR) of 7.50% during 2025-2033. The market expansion is spearheaded by increasing health consciousness, expanding urbanization, and rising demand for quality hydration. Furthermore, brands are emphasizing natural mineral water, eco-friendly packaging, and premium sourcing to engage customers.
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Key Statistics
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Base Year
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2024 |
Forecast Years
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2025-2033
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Historical Years
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2019-2024
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Market Size in 2024 | USD 1,182.90 Million |
Market Forecast in 2033 | USD 2,273.62 Million |
Market Growth Rate 2025-2033 | 7.50% |
Growing Demand for Natural Mineral and Alkaline Water
Indian consumers are increasingly opting for natural mineral and alkaline water instead of normal bottled water, fueled by health-oriented lifestyles and high-end hydration needs. Demand for pH-balanced, nutrient-enriched water is growing, with consumers looking for advantages such as enhanced digestion, detoxification, and hydration. Luxury hotels, upscale restaurants, and corporate establishments are among the key buyers, providing high-end bottled water to serve high-end customers. For instance, in April 2024, Energy Beverages, based in Ahmedabad, announced that Clear Premium Water expanded to 1,600 HoReCa clients in March 2024, a significant rise from 90 clients in 2020, marking strong growth in the premium bottled water segment. Domestic and international brands are adding glacier-sourced, spring water, and high-mineral-content varieties to their portfolios to make their products stand out in the competitive market. Glass-bottled mineral water is also gaining popularity among eco-conscious consumers who seek plastic-free packaging. Brands are also investing in direct-to-consumer (D2C) channels, offering premium bottled water through e-commerce channels. In addition, with increasing awareness regarding water purity and health advantages, the demand for premium, naturally filtered bottled water will continue to grow at a high pace.
Sustainable and Eco-Friendly Packaging Innovations
Sustainability is becoming a key focus in India’s premium bottled water market, with brands adopting eco-friendly packaging solutions to reduce environmental impact. Consumers are showing a strong preference for glass bottles, biodegradable caps, and recyclable materials over traditional plastic packaging. Leading brands are investing in paper-based water cartons, plant-based bioplastics, and aluminum bottles, promoting sustainability without compromising product quality. For instance, in January 2025, a Kerala startup, under Kerala Irrigation Infrastructure Development Corporation Ltd, announced the launch of Hilly Aqua, eco-friendly organic water bottles. This initiative by Green Bio Products promotes eco-friendly alternatives, replacing plastic bottles for sustainability. Moreover, some companies are integrating returnable bottle programs and encouraging consumers to reuse or recycle their packaging through incentive-based schemes. Additionally, carbon-neutral and water-positive initiatives are gaining traction, with brands offsetting their carbon footprint by supporting water conservation projects. The government’s push toward single-use plastic reduction is further accelerating the transition to sustainable packaging. As consumers become more environmentally conscious, companies focusing on green packaging solutions and responsible sourcing will gain a competitive edge in India’s premium bottled water segment.
IMARC Group provides an analysis of the key trends in each segment of the market, along with forecasts at the country level for 2025-2033. Our report has categorized the market based on product and distribution channel.
Product Insights:
The report has provided a detailed breakup and analysis of the market based on the product. This includes spring water, sparkling water, mineral water, and others.
Distribution Channel Insights:
A detailed breakup and analysis of the market based on the distribution channel have also been provided in the report. This includes supermarkets and hypermarkets, specialty stores, online stores, and others.
Regional Insights:
The report has also provided a comprehensive analysis of all the major regional markets, which include North India, South India, East India, and West India.
The market research report has also provided a comprehensive analysis of the competitive landscape. Competitive analysis such as market structure, key player positioning, top winning strategies, competitive dashboard, and company evaluation quadrant has been covered in the report. Also, detailed profiles of all major companies have been provided.
Report Features | Details |
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Base Year of the Analysis | 2024 |
Historical Period | 2019-2024 |
Forecast Period | 2025-2033 |
Units | Million USD |
Scope of the Report | Exploration of Historical Trends and Market Outlook, Industry Catalysts and Challenges, Segment-Wise Historical and Future Market Assessment:
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Products Covered | Spring Water, Sparkling Water, Mineral Water, Others |
Distribution Channels Covered | Supermarkets and Hypermarkets, Specialty Stores, Online Stores, Others |
Regions Covered | North India, South India, East India, West India |
Customization Scope | 10% Free Customization |
Post-Sale Analyst Support | 10-12 Weeks |
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