Chairman's Message
Dear Colleagues and Industry Partners,
As Chairman of ICCTAS, it’s an honour to address a community
that stands as the backbone of India’s ceramic and tile industry.
This is a moment of reflection, but also one of vision—a time to
acknowledge how far we have come and, more importantly,
where we are headed.
Our industry has always been one of innovation, craftsmanship,
and resilience. From humble beginnings to now being
recognized on the global stage, the transformation of our
sector has been nothing short of extraordinary. Today, our
products grace homes, commercial spaces, and architectural
landmarks around the world, showcasing the creativity and
expertise that defines Indian manufacturing.
However, growth does not come without its challenges. As we
navigate a rapidly changing global economy, shifting consumer
expectations, and evolving environmental responsibilities, it is clear that we must adapt to continue our
upward trajectory. ICCTAS remains committed to supporting each of you through these transitions,
providing the necessary tools, knowledge, and platforms to stay competitive and progressive.
The growth in the Indian tile industry is being driven by several factors, including increasing urbanization
and rising disposable incomes, growing demand for high-quality and affordable tiles, Government impetus
on infrastructure development, shortening of renovation cycle and increasing exports market.
The market size of the Indian tile industry currently stands at Rs 62,000 crore with domestic consumption
pegged at 2,000+ MSM or Rs 42,000 crore in terms of value with exports contributing 590 MSM or Rs
20,000 crore+ in value terms.
The demand outlook for the domestic tile industry continues to remain positive in the foreseeable future.
With exports momentum likely to sustain and rub-off of strong real estate demand likely to drive
improvement in off-take for tiles in FY25, we expect the domestic tiles industry to grow at high single digit
growth over the next 3 years. Also, notwithstanding the current issues with respect to container
availability and burgeoning freight charges (which has impacted export growth in the current fiscal), we
expect the export growth to sustain in double digits driven by Morbi’s rising cost competencies. No
wonder, India now stands at world’s second largest tile producer and consumer, and third largest exporter
of tiles in the world.
The sanitaryware industry in India has seen remarkable growth in recent years, driven by a combination of
factors such as government initiatives, increasing disposable income, and changing consumer
preferences. According toindustry estimates, the Indian sanitaryware market estimated to be around INR
8,000 crore in 2023-24, is expected to grow at a 10-12% CAGR over the next 5-6 years.
The market is segmented into various categories such as washbasins, water closets, pedestals, urinals, and
cisterns, among others. Industry players are investing heavily in research and development to create new
and innovative products.
Overall, the sanitaryware industry in India is expected to witness robust growth in the coming years, driven
by increasing demand for premium and designer products, sustained government initiatives such as
Swachh Bharat Abhiyan and Atmanirbhar Bharat, and technological advancements.
I invite each of you to join us in embracing this future with optimism and determination. Let us explore new
ideas, challenge the status quo, and take our industry to even greater heights.
Thank you for your unwavering dedication, and I look forward to the incredible progress we will achieve
together in the years to come.