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FDI on the increase 

Foreign Direct Invest (FDI) has increased constantly from USD 45.15 billion in 2014-15 to USD 60.97 billion in 2017-18.This information was given by Minister of State for Commerce & Industry C. R.  Chaudhary in a written reply in the Lok Sabha today.

To boost the investment environment and to bring in foreign investments in the country, the Government has brought in FDI related reforms and liberalized various sectors of the economy. Government plays an active role in investment promotion through dissemination of information on the investment climate and opportunities in India, and by advising prospective investors about investment policies.

Details of FDI in the country during last four years are given below:

 

S. No. Financial Year FDI Inflow (in USD Billion)
1. 2014-15 45.15
2. 2015-16 55.56
3. 2016-17 60.22
4. 2017-18 60.97

Figures are provisional subject to reconciliation with RBI, Mumbai.

 

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