Lohiya Group diversifies into biscuits with a Rs 300 crore automated plant in Medchal producing 1,000 tonnes/month scaling to 5,000 tonnes by 2028-29, creating 6,000 jobs.
From Edible Oils to Biscuits: Lohiya Group’s Rs 300 Cr Bet on Confectionery
Hyderabad – The Lohiya Group, a major player in India’s edible oils sector, has marked its entry into the confectionery industry with a state-of-the-art, Rs 300 crore biscuit manufacturing plant in Medchal, Hyderabad.
Key Highlights of the New Facility
✔ Investment: Rs 300 crore (phased over 4 years)
✔ Current Capacity: 1,000 tonnes/month (scaling to 5,000 tonnes/month by 2028-29)
✔ Automation: High-speed, automated production lines
✔ Product Range: Glucose, Marie, Digestive, Rusks, Cream Biscuits, Cookies
✔ Employment: 6,000 jobs (2,000 direct, 4,000 in supply chain)
Why This Expansion Matters?
- Diversification Strategy – Lohiya’s first major foray beyond edible oils
- Meeting Demand – Targets growing biscuit market (India consumes ~5.5 million tonnes/year)
- Local Economy Boost – Creates large-scale employment in Telangana
- Automation Advantage – Ensures consistent quality & efficiency
Statements from Lohiya Group
Company Spokesperson:
“This plant is a strategic step to capture India’s fast-growing biscuit market. Our automated facility ensures hygienic, high-volume production while maintaining flexibility across product variants.”
Telangana’s FMCG Manufacturing Growth
- Medchal emerging as a food processing hub
- Proximity to Hyderabad’s logistics networks
- Policy support under Telangana’s food processing incentives
Future Plans
- Expand distribution pan-India
- Introduce health-focused variants (sugar-free, multigrain)
- Potential exports to Middle East & Africa
