Dry cell batteries are of three types — zinc, alkaline and rechargeable.

Market trends suggest that the Indian consumer is moving straight from zinc to rechargeable cells — skipping the stage of alkaline cells.

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Eveready is the largest player in batteries with a market share of over 50 per cent.

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