The Investment Friendliness Index measures states across 84 indicators, offering a clear picture of their investment readiness
Gujarat, Maharashtra and Tamil Nadu lead the rankings, but no state performs strongly across every pillar
Five regions attract nearly 85% of FDI, while the Northeast gets less than 1%, highlighting sharp regional disparities
India’s 2047 growth ambitions depend on stronger investment ecosystems and higher private capital at the state level
Beyond infrastructure, quicker approvals, skilled labour and efficient governance are key to attracting investment
Better governance, policy stability and ease of doing business can help states attract investment and create more jobs