Sold on retail

Out of the 53 cities that have a population of over one million, according to the 2011 Census, only 16 can have foreign-owned retail stores. The remaining cities are in states that are opposed to foreign direct investment (FDI) or are yet to decide. Business Standard does a quick check to figure out which cities are ready for foreign direct investment in retail, based on the Gazette of India for retail FDI policy and the 2011 Census. (Click on graphic)