Archive · 5 Jan 2026
India's FDI rises 18% in FY26
India received 18% more foreign investment in the first half of the financial year 2026 compared to the previous year.
This increase was mainly due to more money being invested in technology companies and new startups.
States like Karnataka and Tamil Nadu, which are known for their IT services, got a bigger share of these investments.
Traditional investment hotspots like Maharashtra and Gujarat saw a smaller share.
Some of the biggest recipients were companies like Meesho, Flipkart, Haldiram Snacks, and Adani Green Energy.
FDI in India rose 18% year-on-year in the first half of FY26.
Increase driven by global investments in technology and startups.
Karnataka and Tamil Nadu captured a larger share of FDI.
Maharashtra and Gujarat saw a decline in their FDI share.
Top FDI recipients include Meesho, Flipkart, Haldiram Snacks, and Adani Green Energy.
- Who
- Indian government and foreign investors
- What
- 18% increase in FDI in the first half of FY26
- When
- First half of FY26
- Where
- India, with notable investments in Karnataka and Tamil Nadu
- Why
- Surge in global money flows into technology companies and new economy start-ups
- FDI Growth
- 18% year-on-year
- Key Sectors
- Technology, startups, e-commerce, food, green energy
- Top Recipients
- Meesho, Flipkart, Haldiram Snacks, Adani Green Energy
- Leading States
- Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, Maharashtra, Gujarat
- Time Period
- First half of FY26