New Delhi — September 25, 2025
India’s food and beverage industry is set for a seismic transformation as Reliance Consumer Products Limited (RCPL), along with three leading Coca-Cola bottling companies, pledged a combined investment of ₹65,000 crore at the prestigious World Food India Summit 2025. The announcement marks one of the largest private sector commitments in India’s food processing history.
🏭 The Investment Plan
- Reliance Consumer Products has committed ₹25,000 crore to strengthen its presence in the packaged foods and beverages space, expand cold chain infrastructure, and scale up manufacturing units across India.
- Coca-Cola bottlers — Moon Beverages, Kandhari Global Beverages, and SLMG Beverages — jointly pledged ₹40,000 crore, with a strong focus on building state-of-the-art bottling plants, sustainable packaging units, and expanding rural market penetration.
Together, the investment pool of ₹65,000 crore is expected to create millions of indirect livelihood opportunities and significantly boost India’s GDP contribution from the food processing industry.
👩💼 Impact on Jobs & Economy
Officials estimate that the investments will generate:
- 5 lakh direct jobs in manufacturing, supply chain, and retail.
- Over 20 lakh indirect jobs across logistics, farming, warehousing, and allied services.
- A major export push, turning India into a global hub for processed foods and beverages.
This is aligned with the government’s vision of making India a global food basket, leveraging the country’s vast agricultural output.
🌱 Focus on Farmers & Rural India
A key highlight of the investment plan is its farmer-centric approach:
- Reliance plans to integrate farmers into its supply ecosystem by ensuring fair pricing and direct procurement.
- Coca-Cola bottlers pledged to work closely with rural communities by creating procurement hubs, training programs, and cold storage facilities.
- The initiative is expected to reduce food wastage in India, which accounts for nearly 40% of agricultural produce lost annually due to poor storage and transport facilities.
🌍 Sustainability & Innovation
Both Reliance and Coca-Cola bottlers placed sustainability at the center of their vision:
- Green manufacturing plants with solar and wind energy integration.
- Water recycling projects to conserve natural resources.
- Development of eco-friendly packaging solutions to reduce plastic waste.
Innovation will also play a central role, with significant investments in AI-driven supply chains, smart vending solutions, and next-gen consumer products tailored to Indian tastes.
🗣️ Leadership Voices
Executives from both Reliance and Coca-Cola bottlers expressed confidence in India’s potential:
- A Reliance spokesperson said:
“India’s food ecosystem is at the cusp of a revolution. Our investment is not just about business growth—it’s about empowering farmers, creating jobs, and building world-class infrastructure.” - A representative from Coca-Cola’s bottling partners added:
“This is a defining moment. By joining hands with farmers, entrepreneurs, and retailers, we are building a sustainable food future for India and the world.”
🔮 Outlook
Industry experts believe this mega investment will:
- Push India into the top three global food processing hubs within the next decade.
- Significantly increase the export potential of Indian packaged goods.
- Accelerate the government’s “Make in India” and “Atmanirbhar Bharat” initiatives.
With rising consumer demand, a young workforce, and strong government backing, India’s food processing sector is poised to witness unprecedented growth. The Reliance-Coca-Cola investment could well be the game-changer that redefines how food and beverages are produced, packaged, and consumed in the country.
