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PepsiCo India launches its first food manufacturing plant in Assam with ₹778 crore investment
✍️ Moneycontrol.com
🗓 11 Sep 2026, 02:18 PM
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PepsiCo India has inaugurated its maiden food production facility in Assam, investing roughly ₹778 crore.
PepsiCo India has opened its first dedicated food manufacturing unit in the northeastern state of Assam, marking a significant expansion of the company's operations in the region. The plant represents an investment of about ₹778 crore, underscoring PepsiCo's confidence in the local market and supply chain.
The new facility is expected to produce a range of the company's snack and beverage products, catering to growing consumer demand across the northeast. By establishing a manufacturing base within Assam, PepsiCo aims to reduce logistics costs and improve product freshness for regional customers.
Local authorities have welcomed the project, citing its potential to generate employment opportunities and stimulate ancillary industries. The company has not disclosed the exact number of jobs created, but industry analysts anticipate a positive impact on the state's economy.
PepsiCo's entry into food manufacturing in Assam aligns with its broader strategy to deepen its presence in India, where the food and beverage sector continues to expand rapidly.
The new facility is expected to produce a range of the company's snack and beverage products, catering to growing consumer demand across the northeast. By establishing a manufacturing base within Assam, PepsiCo aims to reduce logistics costs and improve product freshness for regional customers.
Local authorities have welcomed the project, citing its potential to generate employment opportunities and stimulate ancillary industries. The company has not disclosed the exact number of jobs created, but industry analysts anticipate a positive impact on the state's economy.
PepsiCo's entry into food manufacturing in Assam aligns with its broader strategy to deepen its presence in India, where the food and beverage sector continues to expand rapidly.