Bisleri was once the market leader in the 1990s with 70% market share in the Indian mineral water market. However, its market share eroded due to competition from major players like Pepsi and Coca-Cola. While Bisleri launched an advertising campaign promoting its water as "Pure And Safe", its aging distribution system and reluctance to invest contributed to its declining market share to 40% currently. The mineral water market in India was worth Rs. 500 crore in 2001 and growing at 40% annually, representing an opportunity for Bisleri to expand by acquiring local brands and strengthening its distribution through more plants.