India Internet of Things Market to Grow at a CAGR of 28.2% during 2016-22; Driven by Industrial Vertical– 6Wresearch

Although the Internet of Things (IoT) market in India is at its nascent stage, however in the last few years, the market registered key growth backed by the increase in the number of connected devices coupled with increasing internet penetration and exponential growth is anticipated in the coming years due to launch of government projects – Smart City Project and Digital India Campaign.

According to 6Wresearch, India Internet of Things Market is projected to grow at a CAGR of 28.2% during 2016-22. In India IoT market, Industrial IoT accounted for the majority of the market share followed by consumer IoT. The Industrial IoT segment market is registering growth on account of rising industrial applications for an increase in production. Government efforts to increase internet penetration through the “Digital India Campaign” are resulting in spreading awareness and adoption of IoT amongst end-users.

According to Shefali Goel, Research Analyst, Research and Consulting, 6Wresearch, “Smart wearable are gaining popularity in our country owing it to the growing awareness and increasing acceptance of smartwatches in the country.”

“Further, home automation application in consumer IoT segment is set for a major boost due to declining prices and emergence of smart homes concept in the country,” Shefali further added.

According to Aditi Sharma, Research Associate, Research and Consulting, 6Wresearch, “India is under the digital revolution of doing things which were not possible before. IoT is the main part of it and is creating practical improvements for this transformation.”

“With the incorporation of IoT in both consumer and industrial sector, there is a rapid expansion of the ecosystem. Major companies are turning to adopt IoT to increase their efficiency and customer experience,” Aditi concluded.

“India Internet of Things Market (2016-2022)” provides an in-depth analysis with 18 figures and 2 tables covered in more than 80 pages. The report estimates and forecasts the overall India Internet of Things market by revenue, by opportunity, by verticals, and by applications such as connected vehicles, healthcare, industrial automation, smart wearable, home automation, and smart metering. The report also gives insights on market share by companies, companies benchmarking, company profiles, market drivers, and restraints.