Food and beverages industry maintaining a growth rate of 10% annually
Tamil Nadu's food and beverage industry is growing at 10% annually, currently valued at over ₹45,000 crore. The industry is focusing on training new entrepreneurs and adopting modern technologies to sustain growth amidst rapid urbanization.
Why it matters
The growth of the food and hospitality sector is a key indicator of economic health and consumer spending trends in urbanizing regions.
With an annual growth rate of 10%, the State’s food and beverages industry is thriving despite the odds, said M. Venkadasubbu, president, Tamil Nadu Hotels’ Association (TNHA). At present, the business is estimated to be worth more than ₹45,000 crore.
The industry, which is mainly centred around the cities and tourist destinations, is looking to make businesses successful in the State, which is witnessing rapid urbanisation and population growth.
“There are many small businesses that fail to take off due to various reasons. As an industry body, we wanted to train the next generation to survive and thrive in a competitive environment,” Mr. Venkadasubbu told The Hindu on the sidelines of UNAVU Expo 2026, a three-day B2B business platform for food, food-service, and hospitality ecosystems.
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