The domestic consumption of fluid milk in India is projected to grow steadily from 89.47 million metric tons in 2024 to 96.48 million metric tons in 2028. In 2023, the consumption was at 87.6 million metric tons, reflecting an increasing demand. The year-on-year growth from 2024 to 2025 is approximately 2.13%, from 2025 to 2026 about 1.97%, and from 2026 to 2027 around 1.82%. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over the five-year forecast period is approximately 1.89%.

Future Trends to Watch:

Increased urbanization and changing dietary preferences may continue to fuel growth in milk consumption.
Growing awareness of nutrition and health could drive demand for milk and dairy products.
Potential supply chain innovations and sustainability practices might impact availability and consumption patterns.