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PolicyArchiveFriday, 14 September 2012

FDI in Multi-Brand Retail - Policy Liberalisation

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Summary

Allowed 51% FDI in multi-brand retail and 100% in single-brand retail, subject to conditions including 30% local sourcing. Aimed to attract global retail chains and modernise India's retail infrastructure.

Key Facts

TypePolicy
SourceHistorical Record
PublishedFriday, 14 September 2012
Affected Population63 million MSMEs, export-import community

Key Numbers

Merchandise exports: $437 billion (2024-25)
FDI inflow: $71 billion (2024-25)
PLI scheme: Rs 1.97 lakh crore across 14 sectors
GDP: $3.9 trillion (2025 est.)

Key Authorities

Ministry of Commerce & IndustryDPIITDGFTMinistry of FinanceRBI

Key Stakeholders

ExportersImportersMSMEsTaxpayersBanks & NBFCsInvestors

Government Context

UPA IICongress-led UPA
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