India, Aug. 13 -- Industry body Trade Promotion Council of India (TPCI) on Wednesday said it has set up a national committee to promote growth and innovation for the fast pet food industry.

Pet food refers to prepared food, treats and nutrition products intended for companion animals and generally meant for dogs or cats, put up for retail sale.

The Indian pet food market is expanding rapidly as urban consumers shift from home-cooked feeding to packaged nutrition, it said.

As per market estimates, the global pet food market size is $226.31 billion in 2026 and is expected to reach $324.17 billion by 2031.

India's market is estimated at $0.98 billion in 2026 and $1.68 billion by 2031, it added.

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