India FDI: Inflows from 112 Countries – Piyush Goyal
India’s FDI Inflows Reflect Rising Global Appeal, Says Goyal
Updated June 06, 2025
India’s appeal as a global investment destination is growing, with foreign direct investment (FDI) now originating from 112 countries, according to Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush goyal. This is a significant increase from the 89 countries recorded in 2013-14.
Addressing investors at a roundtable in new Delhi, Goyal emphasized that India’s FDI success is not just about numbers. He cited visionary reforms, clear policies, and the international community’s confidence in India’s economic prospects as key factors. The government, he affirmed, is dedicated to making India the world’s most attractive investment hub.
Goyal also highlighted the country’s investor-friendly policies, noting that most sectors now allow up to 100% FDI through the automatic route. The roundtable included over 90 representatives from prominent companies, industrial parks, and associations, with more then 50 industrial parks represented from states including Rajasthan, Maharashtra, Delhi, Gujarat, Uttar Pradesh, Karnataka, and Tamil Nadu.
Amardeep Singh Bhatia, Secretary of the department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT), stated that FDI is a cornerstone of India’s growth and a key indicator of global confidence. He invited investors to share their views and suggestions on enhancing reinvestment, improving industrial park infrastructure, and exploring new expansion opportunities to further boost foreign investment.
Participants from various sectors lauded the government’s proactive policies and liberalized investment norms, which have enhanced India’s standing as an attractive investment destination. Stakeholders also offered suggestions on critical areas such as land and labor reforms, skill development, Centre-State policy coordination, raising FDI limits in Research & Development across sectors, and promoting investments in manufacturing and green energy to further improve India’s investment climate and attract more foreign direct investment.
What’s next
The government is expected to consider the suggestions from stakeholders to implement further policy interventions aimed at catalyzing foreign investment and solidifying India’s position as a preferred destination for global investors.