PACKAGED DRINKING WATER PLANT PROJECT REPORT

Rampant water, land and air pollution has taken its negative toll on the earth. Dumping untreated waste directly into the waterways has reduced the quality of water. It is definitely unsafe to consume water from lakes and ponds. Untreated water is not safe for consumption. It contains germs, dust and pollutants which plays havoc to our health. Thus, it is mandatory to drink treated and filtered water, obtained from clean source. It is this awareness among the growing population about the importance of safe drinking water for maintaining good health, along with a sharp rise in per capita income is creating a demand for bottled water in India. Bottled water is extremely convenient to carry especially for employees, traveller, and students. It keeps them hydrated irrespective of their proximity to the water supply. With the consumption of water increases due to the growing population, it is quite imperative that the world would require a greater number of water purification units. This is where the bottled water business players are benefitting from.  Soda water, also known as club soda is water containing carbon dioxide, which bubbles out and makes the drinks tasty and peculiar. Soda water is prepared by adding high pressure carbon-dioxide to a solution of pure water. There are around 5,735 licensed bottlers for packaged drinking water across India, alongside uncountable unbranded ones. However, penetration of packaged drinking water is low in rural India. Bottled water business comprises purifying the water, bottling them for consumption and selling them. This is evergreen business and there is place for everyone who wants to step into this opportunity. Opening a Packaged Drinking Water plant requires quite a substantial investment and cannot be started with low investment. If one does not have sufficient funds and resources, then it is better to opt for dealerships or franchise.

In India, the demand for bottled water is majorly due to unavailability of safe drinking water because of enormous increase in the population, inflow of tourists, poor quality of tap water, ease of availability of bottled water and rise of health awareness. As the government has failed to provide clean drinking water at all places, private players have not just filled the gap but also created a robust business. The best mineral water companies in India are focussing on augmenting their market shares by implementing effective marketing strategies and attractive packaging. Accordingly, the market is expected to reach US$ 60.06 billion by the end of 2023. The major strength of India as a market is of course its population which is 17.6% of the global population. The market for the supply of Packaged Drinking Water is wide. In all the cities and towns of India, the product is widely accepted in offices, restaurants, railway stations, bus stands and hospitals. Bottled water is also available in all “A”, “B” and “C” class Retail outlets, Bakeries and Sweet shops, Pharmacies, Petrol Pumps and through Street Hawkers. Many households have resorted to purchasing purified water in Jars.

A Project Report is not only essential for obtaining financial assistance from Bank/ Financial Institution/Funding Agency but also the most important document either to participate in the development schemes of MSME Sector/ Department of Industries or in completing various time consuming government formalities connected with planning and commercial operation of the proposed business project.

This Detail Project Report (DPR)/ Business Plan has been developed in a well-structured PDF Format (Easy to Download, Convert into MS WORD through www.pdftoword.com, Edit for Personalised Customisation and Finally Printing the Report) to be presented as a Ready Project Proposal immediately thereby saving precious time of the promoter in the process of completing requisite formalities in anticipation of setting up the business project. Accordingly, following Project Templates has been deliberately left blank in order to facilitate customisation by the perspective entrepreneurs based on personal requirements and furnish necessary information on actual basis.

§ Project at a Glance                                     :             To be Filled Up as per Personal Requirements.

[Total Capital Expenditure, Working Capital, Estimated Cost of the Project, Amount of Bank Loan, Amount of Equity Capital and Amount of applicable Margin Money Subsidy – (Urban/Rural /General Category/ Special Category)].

§ General Information and Location          :             To be Furnished in the Blank Space.

[Name of the Unit/Firm, Address of the Proposed Project Location, Size of the Space Available and Occupancy under Ownership/Lease Agreement].

§ Promoter’s Background                            :             To be Furnished in the Blank Space.

[Name of the Promoter, Age, Communication Address, Educational Qualification, Work Experience and Special Training Attended, if Any].

 The Project Report/ Business Plan so presented include all the important aspects containing the following details;

CONTENTS

1.   Highlights of the Project

2.   Project Introduction

3.   The Project Proposal

4.   Prospect for Investment

5.   Potential Target Customers/Market

6.   Marketing Strategy

7.   Critical Success Factors

8.   Process Details and Technical Solutions

9.   Installed and Operational Capacity

10. Quality and Standards

11. Raw Materials and Consumables

12. Power and Utility

13. Tentative Implementation Schedule

14. Basis & Presumptions

15. Capital Investment Estimates with Detail Project Economics

16. Computation of Working Capital Requirement

17. Estimated Total Project Investment

18. Proposed Means of Project Financing

19. Estimated Annual Sales Turnover

20. Projected Profitability Statement

21. Calculation of Interest Amount

22. Depreciation Schedule

23. Term Loan Repayment Schedule

24. Debt Service Coverage Ratio

25. Break-Even Analysis

26. Projected Cash Flow Statement

27. Projected Balance Sheet

28. Internal Rate Return

29. Pay Back Period

The presentation also supplements with important facts and useful information covering the areas as indicated below;

1.   Statutory Permits and Business Licenses Required for the Project

2.   Important Steps to Start a MSME Business Unit

3.   Tips to Identify Suitable Project Location and

4.   Smart Tips to Follow in Packaged Drinking Water Business.

LIST OF ENCLOSURES

ENCLOSURE-1: E-BOOK ON SCHEMES FOR MSMEs, MINISTRY OF MSME, GOVT. OF INDIA.

ENCLOSURE-2: SALIENT FEATURES OF MUDRA LOAN SCHEME, MINISTRY OF MSME, GOVT. OF INDIA.

ENCLOSURE-3: FAQ ON MUDRA LOAN SCHEME.

ENCLOSURE-4: BRIEF ABOUT PSB LOANS IN 59 MINUTES SCHEME.

ENCLOSURE-5: FAQ ON PSB LOANS IN 59 MINUTES SCHEME.

Thus the information provided would help in identifying in advance the infrastructure/resources required for the Project and approach the concerned government agencies accordingly. Hence, it becomes a complete document for further action towards realising the dream of becoming an entrepreneur.