Press Note 3 relaxations draw 29 FDI projects worth ₹4,895 crore

The Ministry of Commerce and Industry has reported that 29 foreign direct investment projects worth ₹4,895.65 crore have been filed under its revised FDI framework as of August 10, 2026, signalling early traction for the policy overhaul.

The figures mark the government's effort to streamline investment procedures through Press Note 3, which introduced relaxations aimed at making India's FDI regime more competitive and investor-friendly. The initiative sought to address bottlenecks in the approval process while maintaining security safeguards for sensitive sectors.

The projects span multiple sectors and represent commitments from both domestic and international investors seeking to establish or expand operations in India. Industry observers view the uptake as an encouraging sign that the revised framework is resonating with potential investors in key growth areas.

The Commerce Ministry has indicated that it will continue monitoring FDI inflows under the new guidelines. Officials noted that the relaxations were designed to position India favourably in global competition for investment, particularly as multinational companies diversify their supply chains beyond traditional manufacturing hubs.

Analysts caution that while the initial numbers are positive, sustained momentum will depend on how quickly approvals are processed and whether ground-level implementation matches the policy intent.