Starbucks, the US-based coffee chain, has opened its first store in Gwalior, as announced by a company representative on social media. Situated in DB Mall, Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh, the store started serving customers on 23rd March.
“Prepare to relish the timeless allure of Gwalior with the grand debut of Starbucks India! Come join us for an impeccable fusion of tradition and flavor, indulge in sumptuous brews and delightful treats while embracing the authentic essence of Gwalior’s heritage,” Monisha Ajmera, business development manager at Starbucks India said in a LinkedIn post.
Currently, Starbucks runs over eight stores in Madhya Pradesh, predominantly located in Bhopal and Indore.
The coffee chain recently opened a new outlet at The Lakshmi Mills in Coimbatore, marking the 400th store in India. According to the company’s official website, Starbucks plans to expand to 1,000 stores in India by 2028, targeting the opening of one new store every three days.
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In India, the Starbucks-branded coffee chain is run through a 50:50 joint venture between Starbucks Coffee Co., based in Seattle, and Tata Consumer Products Ltd.
In 2023, Starbucks expanded its presence in India by entering 15 new cities and opening 71 new stores.
The beverage company announced its plans to double its workforce, targeting an increase to approximately 8,600 partners from the existing 4,300. This expansion strategy includes entering tier 2 and 3 cities in India and introducing services such as drive-thrus, airport locations, and 24-hour store formats to meet the diverse needs of customers.
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