Archive · 29 Jun 2025
India's Egg Consumption Rises, Still Lags Global Average
India is eating more eggs than its neighbors, like Pakistan and Bangladesh, because people have more money and know that eggs are good for you.
In 2022, each Indian ate about 4.6 kg of eggs, but the world eats way more, around 10.4 kg per person.
Even though egg eating is going up, Indians also spend more on things like chips and sodas, meaning they are buying more processed foods.
India's per capita egg consumption surpassed Pakistan's in 2018 and has maintained its lead.
In 2022, India's per capita egg consumption reached 4.6 kg, leading all neighboring countries.
India's rising egg consumption is linked to increasing incomes and better awareness of dietary protein.
Despite regional leadership, India's egg consumption remains less than half the global average of 10.4 kg.
Indian households prioritize beverages, snacks, and processed foods in their food expenditure.
- Who
- Indians are the primary focus of consumption trends; comparisons are made with other countries.
- What
- Trends in India's egg consumption compared to its neighbors and the global average, plus analysis of food expenditure.
- When
- Analysis spans from 1961 to 2022, with data from the Ministry of Statistics (2023-24).
- Where
- Focus on India's egg consumption and comparisons with Pakistan, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, and Nepal.
- Why
- To understand the effect of rising incomes, nutritional awareness, and overall food spending habits on dietary choices.
Food Expenditure Trends
Expenditure Trends
Expenditure Patterns
Food Expenditure Trends
Focus on increased spending on beverages, snacks, and processed foods.
Expenditure Trends
Focus on increased spending on dairy, vegetables, and cereals.
- India per capita egg consumption (2022)
- 4.6 kg
- Pakistan per capita egg consumption (2022)
- 3.7 kg
- Global per capita egg consumption (2022)
- 10.4 kg
- Rural monthly food expenditure (per capita)
- Rs 1,939
- Urban monthly food expenditure (per capita)
- Rs 2,776