Let's find out more about India's FDI inflows in FY 2024–2025!

FDI: What is it?

Cross-border investments where foreign entities invest in and manage business operations in another nation are referred to as foreign direct investment, or FDI.

DPIIT regulates foreign direct investment (FDI) through both government and automatic channels, making it a vital non-debt financial resource for economic growth in India.

Important FDI Trends for FY 2024–2025:

With a 14% increase, total FDI inflows reached $81.04 billion, the highest level in three years.

Karnataka came in second with $6.62 billion (20%) and Maharashtra first with $19.6 billion (31%).

Once the leading destination for foreign direct investment (32% in 2015–16), Delhi's share fell to 12% ($6 billion).

Tamil Nadu's share fell from 11% to 7%, while Gujarat's share increased from 6% to 11%.

Experts point to Maharashtra and Karnataka's developed industrial ecosystems, stable policies, and better infrastructure.