PepsiCo India plans to invest ₹1,266 crore in the Ujjain flavour factory

To increase beverage production and create jobs in the area, PepsiCo India has announced plans to invest ₹1,266 crore in a new flavour manufacturing facility in Ujjain, Madhya Pradesh.

The state government will assist with the start of construction in 2024, with completion anticipated by early 2026. With a focus on great water efficiency and running on renewable energy, the plant places a strong priority on sustainability.

Spread over an area of 22 acres, the plant will help the company to scale up the beverage production in India, generating employment and positively impacting the local economy.

"With support from the government of Madhya Pradesh, we aim to strengthen our footprint while driving impactful progress in enhancing the socio-economic landscape of the region," PepsiCo India & South Asia CEO Jagrut Kotecha said.

According to George Kovoor, PepsiCo India Senior Vice President, Beverages, the new plant will be the company’s second flavour manufacturing facility in India. The first plant is in Channa, Punjab.

"We aim to ramp up the production of our beverages to meet the rising demand in the country. This strategic investment not only strengthens our dedication to providing the highest quality beverages to our consumers but also reinforces our responsibility to drive sustainable practices across our operations," Kovoor added.

PepsiCo India said in line with its global sustainability goals, the new manufacturing facility will operate entirely on renewable energy sources leading to a reduction in carbon footprint by an impressive 1.9 metric tonne per day.

With zero liquid discharge technology, the plant aims to achieve approximately 90 per cent overall water efficiency, ensuring responsible management of water resources, and replenishing 100 per cent of the water used at the facility, the company said.