Tamil Nadu: Bottled Water Prices Soar Amidst Summer Heat, Production Costs
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News18•23-03-2026, 12:18
Tamil Nadu: Bottled Water Prices Soar Amidst Summer Heat, Production Costs
•Bottled drinking water prices have increased across Tamil Nadu due to intensifying summer heat and rising demand.
•The cost of a 20-litre water can is up by Rs 5, a 1-litre bottle by Rs 3, and smaller bottles like 200ml (now Rs 10) and 300ml (now Rs 12) have also seen hikes.
•Manufacturers attribute the price hike to a nearly 40% rise in raw material expenses, higher electricity tariffs, escalating fuel prices, and increased labour wages.
•Global factors, including a shortage of plastic raw materials in international markets, have also contributed to increased production costs.
•Industry representatives state the price revision is unavoidable to sustain operations amidst rising input costs and high summer demand.