India Water Treatment Equipment Market Report

India Water Treatment Equipment Market Overview:

The India water treatment equipment market size reached USD 2.25 Billion in 2024. Looking forward, IMARC Group expects the market to reach USD 3.61 Billion by 2033, exhibiting a growth rate (CAGR) of 5.41% during 2025-2033. Increasing concerns about water scarcity and the growing need for purifiers in rural regions due to lack of clean and safe drinking water are accelerating the adoption of water treatment equipment, supported by public campaigns, government programs, and private collaborations.

India Water Treatment Equipment Market Trends:

Increasing Awareness About Water Scarcity

The growing consciousness about water shortage in India is a major factor propelling the need for water treatment equipment. With water resources facing mounting pressure from overexploitation, contamination, and climate change, both individuals and entities are acknowledging the necessity for effective water management strategies. Furthermore, the increasing number of campaigns to raise public awareness and educational initiatives regarding the significance of conserving water are catalyzing the demand for advanced water treatment technologies. Individuals are eager to purchase water purifiers and filtration systems for home use, while businesses are adopting water recycling and reuse methods. For instance, in 2025, Boson Whitewater and IAPMO India signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to standardize recycled water, focusing on compliance, workforce training, and adoption of water-saving technologies. The partnership aims to validate Boson Whitewater's treated water process and implement Zero Liquid Discharge (ZLD). The collaboration seeks to promote safe and sustainable water reuse amidst growing water scarcity concerns. This growing awareness is resulting in a transition toward sustainable water treatment options, encouraging more innovation and funding in water treatment technologies to tackle the issues of water scarcity.

Growing Demand for Water Purifiers in Rural Areas

Rural India is witnessing a significant rise in the demand for water purifiers and treatment devices as communities face unsafe drinking water, inadequate sanitation, and restricted access to dependable infrastructure. Pollution of groundwater, periodic shortages of water, and reliance on untreated surface water are increasing health hazards, particularly from waterborne illnesses. This is catalyzing the demand for easily accessible purification technologies, such as reverse osmosis (RO) systems, ultraviolet (UV) filters, and activated carbon solutions, intended for minimal maintenance and off-grid application. Government initiatives focused on rural water supply and public health are further promoting adoption. Non-profit organizations (NGOs) and private entities are also stepping in with targeted interventions. For example, in 2024, The Art of Living partnered with Kent to distribute 1,00,000 Kent Gold UF (Optima) water filters throughout India, initially launching with 25,000 filters in Maharashtra. The project sought to enhance health and hygiene in rural areas by offering complimentary, high-quality water filters. The initiative targeted regions with contaminated drinking water and promoted sustainable access to safe water in rural areas. These initiatives are enhancing public health while also creating new opportunities for manufacturers of water treatment equipment, positioning rural India as an important target for industry stakeholders.

India Water Treatment Equipment Market Segmentation:

IMARC Group provides an analysis of the key trends in each segment of the market, along with forecasts at the regional level for 2025-2033. Our report has categorized the market based on product type, technology, distribution channel, and end use.

Product Type Insights:

• Sedimentation Tanks
• Filtration Systems
• Disinfection Equipment
• Softening Equipment
• Membrane Systems
• Others

The report has provided a detailed breakup and analysis of the market based on the product type. This includes sedimentation tanks, filtration systems, disinfection equipment, softening equipment, membrane systems, and others.

Technology Insights:

• Reverse Osmosis
• Microfiltration
• Clarifier
• Distillation
• Ion exchange
• Others

A detailed breakup and analysis of the market based on the technology have also been provided in the report. This includes reverse osmosis, microfiltration, clarifier, distillation, ion exchange, and others.

Distribution Channel Insights:

• Direct
• Indirect

The report has provided a detailed breakup and analysis of the market based on the distribution channel. This includes direct and indirect.

End Use Insights:

• Residential
• Agriculture
• Chemical Manufacturing
• Food Processing
• Construction
• Pharmaceutical production
• Others

A detailed breakup and analysis of the market based on the end use have also been provided in the report. This includes residential, agriculture, chemical manufacturing, food processing, construction, pharmaceutical production, and others.

Regional Insights:

• North India
• South India
• East India
• West India

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.

Competitive Landscape:

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.

India Water Treatment Equipment Market News:

• In November 2024, Toyobo MC Corporation, in collaboration with BI Marketing, launched its Spiral Wound RO Membranes in India to address the country's water treatment challenges. The launch event included a technical seminar discussing advances in RO membrane technology and solutions for water scarcity. The product aimed to enhance wastewater recycling and treatment efficiency across various sectors in India.
• In August 2024, Bengaluru's Water Supply and Sewerage Board (BWSSB) launched Asia's largest water treatment plant at Thorekadanahalli as part of the Cauvery V Stage project. The plant utilized advanced equipment powered by Japanese machinery and French technology. Its pumps, each with a capacity of 3,500 horsepower (HP), lifted 150 million liters of water per day, with the treatment technology specifically customized for the water from the Cauvery River.

India Water Treatment Equipment Market Report Coverage:

Key Questions Answered in This Report:

• How has the India water treatment equipment market performed so far and how will it perform in the coming years?
• What is the breakup of the India water treatment equipment market on the basis of product type?
• What is the breakup of the India water treatment equipment market on the basis of technology?
• What is the breakup of the India water treatment equipment market on the basis of distribution channel?
• What is the breakup of the India water treatment equipment market on the basis of end use?
• What is the breakup of the India water treatment equipment market on the basis of region?
• What are the various stages in the value chain of the India water treatment equipment market? 
• What are the key driving factors and challenges in the India water treatment equipment?
• What is the structure of the India water treatment equipment market and who are the key players?
• What is the degree of competition in the India water treatment equipment market? 

Key Benefits for Stakeholders:

• IMARC’s industry report offers a comprehensive quantitative analysis of various market segments, historical and current market trends, market forecasts, and dynamics of the India water treatment equipment market from 2019-2033.
• The research report provides the latest information on the market drivers, challenges, and opportunities in the India water treatment equipment market.
• Porter's five forces analysis assist stakeholders in assessing the impact of new entrants, competitive rivalry, supplier power, buyer power, and the threat of substitution. It helps stakeholders to analyze the level of competition within the India water treatment equipment industry and its attractiveness.
• Competitive landscape allows stakeholders to understand their competitive environment and provides an insight into the current positions of key players in the market.