GENERAL10 Sept 2026
PepsiCo India opens fifth food plant in Assam with ₹778 crore investment
PepsiCo India has opened its fifth food plant in Assam, investing ₹778 crore in a 44.2-acre facility at Nalbari. The plant will make Lay's and Uncle Chipps, support over 5,000 farmers, and create around 700 direct and indirect jobs. If you supply potatoes or work in food or logistics nearby, this new demand is worth watching.
Key Statutory Highlights
- PepsiCo India has opened its fifth food plant in Assam with an investment of ₹778 crore.
- The 44.2-acre facility is located at Nalbari and will make Lay's and Uncle Chipps.
- The plant is expected to support over 5,000 farmers and create around 700 direct and indirect jobs.
Actionable Advice for Taxpayers / Founders:If you run a business near Nalbari that supplies farm produce, transport or packaging, consider checking whether your products and services fit this plant's buying needs, and keep your GST returns and invoices in order so you are ready to deal with a large buyer.
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