India is witnessing fresh investment momentum as leading consumer brands expand their manufacturing and technology operations, with plans to create nearly 5,000 new jobs over the next 2 years. The expansion is being driven by new manufacturing facilities and Global Capability Centres (GCCs), reflecting strong confidence in India’s growing consumer market despite slower economic conditions globally.
Among the major announcements, PepsiCo will invest ₹1,266 crore in a beverage flavour manufacturing facility in Ujjain, creating around 500 jobs. Carrier Global plans to hire 1,500 employees for its new $100 million manufacturing facility in Sri City, while McDonald’s and L’Oréal are expanding their workforce through upcoming GCCs in India. Haleon is also set to begin local manufacturing in India for the 1st time, and Carlsberg and Dabur are strengthening their digital operations with additional hiring.
Commenting on the company’s expansion, Eugene Willemsen, CEO – International Beverages at PepsiCo, said, “India continues to be a strategic growth market for us globally.”
Industry experts noted that much of the recruitment will focus on local talent. L’Oréal is investing ₹3,500 crore to establish its 1st global technology hub in Hyderabad, with plans to create 2,000 skilled jobs by 2030. Haleon is investing ₹2,000 crore in a manufacturing facility in Madhya Pradesh, which is expected to generate up to 500 direct jobs while supporting local suppliers and talent development.
Carrier Global also plans to expand its India workforce from 5,000 to 6,500 over the next 4 years.
Meanwhile, Dabur is investing ₹400 crore in a new facility in Tamil Nadu, expected to create around 250 direct jobs. Carlsberg Group is recruiting more than 300 professionals for the 1st phase of its IT GCC in Gurugram to support its digital transformation strategy.
The latest investments reinforce India’s growing importance as a manufacturing, technology and talent hub, with global and domestic companies continuing to expand their long-term presence in the country.
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