# India’s ice cream brands are riding an unusual double tailwind this summer.

*business · news · 2026-04-07 · The Hindu Business Line*

## Key points

- Ice cream sales on quick commerce platforms in India have grown 70–100% year-on-year.
- Nearly 20% of quick commerce ice cream sales now come from the guilt-free, health-focused segment.
- Quick commerce enables challenger brands to achieve decade-long distribution goals within a few years.
- Legacy brands like Dairy Day report over 30% revenue growth, outpacing the category average of 13–15%.
- Naturals Ice Cream is prioritizing supply chain robustness before expanding quick commerce due to low shelf life.

**Companies:** Dairy Day, Naturals Ice Cream
**Countries:** India

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