- The premium detergent market in India is worth Rs. 900 Cr and growing at 12% annually. Key players are HUL's Surf Excel and P&G's Ariel and Tide. - Nirma is the third largest detergent player in India selling after HUL and P&G. It dominates the lower price segment with a growing market share of 43%. - Nirma believes in positive word-of-mouth from satisfied customers. It creates value for money and markets its affordable products effectively.