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By Manu Vardhan Kannan
Published on January 18, 2025
India is emerging as a frontrunner in embracing sustainable food choices, according to the Sodexo Sustainability Barometer, conducted in collaboration with Toluna Harris Interactive. The study, which surveyed over 7,000 participants across five key countries, marks India's growing significance as a market for sustainable and plant-based foods.
With insights from over 2,000 Indian consumers, the report reveals a strong inclination among Indians towards adopting healthier eating habits with minimal environmental impact. The findings also indicate that Indians show greater enthusiasm for sustainable food compared to their counterparts in developed nations.
Key Insights from the Study
Health Over Environment: While Indians recognize the environmental benefits of sustainable food, their primary motivation lies in pursuing healthier, more balanced diets.
Millennials Lead the Way: Millennials, aged 25 to 44, are driving the shift towards sustainable food choices, with 60% adopting such practices. In contrast, Gen Z remains more indecisive.
Price and Taste as Key Factors: Despite their enthusiasm for sustainability, Indians prioritize price when choosing food, followed by taste and nutritional value.
Role of Food Services: The food services industry is identified as a critical influencer in promoting sustainable eating habits in India.
Sustainability in Action
Sambit Sahu, Managing Director of Sodexo India, emphasized the food service industry's pivotal role in inspiring change. “We serve over a million consumers every day, and we believe we can influence food choices by adopting and embracing the right planet-friendly practices," he shared.
Sodexo’s initiative, Aarogyum, exemplifies this commitment, focusing on health and sustainability with balanced, flavorful recipes crafted by expert nutritionists and chefs.
A Growing Market for Sustainable Food
The findings underscore India’s potential to reshape food consumption trends as the demand for sustainable and plant-based options grows. The enthusiasm displayed by Indian consumers, particularly millennials, highlights a transformative moment in the country's food industry, where health and balance take precedence over environmental concerns, making sustainability a practical and achievable goal.
As Sodexo continues to leverage its extensive consumer base, it aims to set new standards in sustainability, encouraging mindful eating habits that benefit both individuals and the planet.
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This Valentine’s season, Imagicaa Theme Park offers couples a refreshing way to celebrate love, where romance blends seamlessly with thrill and entertainment. From 13th to 15th February 2026, the park transforms into a vibrant destination designed for couples seeking memorable experiences filled with excitement, fun, and togetherness.
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As the day moves into evening, the atmosphere turns more intimate with specially curated candle-lit dining experiences near the Lagoon Area. Soft music and ambient lighting create a romantic setting where couples can unwind before concluding the night with Imagicaa’s spectacular musical fountain show, adding a magical finale to the celebration.
To make planning seamless, Imagicaa has introduced exclusive Valentine’s packages for couples. The Couple Package is available for two, includes theme park access, a romantic candle-lit dinner, two glasses of wine or mocktails, a photo souvenir, and a gift voucher. The package offers a complete day of adventure and romance within a single destination.
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With its unique mix of thrilling rides, entertainment, dining experiences, and romantic settings, Imagicaa presents couples with an opportunity to celebrate Valentine’s Day as a shared adventure, creating moments filled with laughter, excitement, and lasting memories.
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When: 13 to 15 February, 2025.
Luxury villa hospitality platform ELIVAAS has scaled its operational portfolio to approximately 620 villas within two years of launch, positioning itself among the fastest-growing organised players in India’s villa hospitality segment.
Since its inception, ELIVAAS has hosted over 3 lakh guests, with guest volumes growing 2.7 times between December 2023 and December 2025. This growth has been largely driven by increasing demand for group travel, private celebrations, and corporate offsites, as travellers seek exclusive and experience-led accommodation formats.
Despite rapid expansion, ELIVAAS has maintained stable operational performance. Around 95 percent of guest stays have received five-star ratings, reflecting consistency across service delivery, property management, and overall guest experience. The company attributes this performance to a balanced approach towards scaling supply while strengthening operational processes.
Commenting on the growth journey, Ritwik Khare, Founder and CEO, ELIVAAS, said, “Scaling supply without compromising operations is the biggest challenge in villa hospitality. For a sustainable business, the three wheels of supply, demand, and guest experience and operations have to scale at the same pace. Guest feedback at this level gives us confidence as we move into the next phase of growth.”
ELIVAAS currently has a strong presence across North and West India, which continue to account for the majority of bookings. Alongside geographical expansion, the platform has focused on enhancing experience-led offerings across its portfolio. Most villas support services such as private chefs, spa treatments, customised décor, live entertainment, and concierge-led experiences, catering to leisure travellers as well as event-led stays.
Looking ahead, ELIVAAS plans to more than double its portfolio to over 1,200 villas in 2026. The expansion will be supported by sustained demand and deeper penetration across key leisure destinations and event-driven markets, reinforcing the brand’s long-term growth strategy in India’s evolving luxury hospitality landscape.
The Union Budget 2026-27 has drawn varied responses from hospitality professionals and industry leaders, reflecting a balance between short-term operational challenges and long-term structural benefits. While the Budget signals continued support for infrastructure and domestic value chains, experts note that certain cost-related measures may impact pricing and margins within the hospitality ecosystem.
Anuj Mittal, Founder of Paprika Park, described the Budget as having a mixed impact on the food and beverage sector. He noted that select duty reductions could support domestic production and processing, while other measures may increase operating costs for eateries and cafes.
“Indian Union Budget 2026-27 had a mixed impact on the food & beverage (F&B) sector: some production inputs and processing equipment became cheaper due to duty reductions (e.g., seafood processing inputs and microwave parts), supporting domestic value chains, while costs rose for others most notably commercial LPG for kitchens and imported coffee machines now facing higher duties which could push up prices for cafes and eateries. The Budget also continues to support broader agri-food infrastructure and supply-chain improvements, benefiting long-term F&B competitiveness.”
From a manufacturing and allied industry perspective, Suraj Mehta, Chief Strategy Officer at HNGIL, highlighted the positive implications of tariff rationalisation for India’s glass manufacturing sector, especially in the export market.
“This tariff cut from 50% to 18% is a game-changer for India's glass manufacturing sector, particularly for container glass exports to the US, where demand in food & beverage, pharmaceuticals, and cosmetics packaging is robust. It levels the playing field against subsidized imports from other countries like China, potentially increasing our export volumes by 20-30% in the coming years.”
He further added that the move could encourage capacity utilisation, sustainable investments, and job creation across manufacturing hubs, aligning with India’s broader export ambitions.
Taken together, the reactions suggest that while hospitality and allied sectors may face selective cost pressures in the near term, the Union Budget 2026-27 lays the groundwork for long-term competitiveness, stronger supply chains, and global market integration. The coming months will reveal how businesses adapt these policy signals into growth strategies.
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