Question : Decline in FDI

(a) the amount of FDI made in the country include during each of the last four years;

(b) whether the inflow of FDI to the country is witnessing a steady decline;

(c) if so, the details thereof and the reasons therefor; and

(d) the steps taken/proposed to be taken by the Government to boost FDI in the country?

Answer given by the minister

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THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF COMMERCE & INDUSTRY
(SHRI C.R. CHAUDHARY)

(a): The details of FDI Inflow in the country during each of the last four years are as under:-
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S. No. Financial Year FDI Inflow (in USD Billion)
1. 2014-15 45.15

2. 2015-16 55.56
3. 2016-17 60.22
4. 2017-18 60.97

NOTE:- Figures are provisional subject to reconciliation with RBI, Mumbai.
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(b) : No, Madam. It has increased constantly from USD 45.15 billion in 2014-15 to USD 60.97 billion in 2017-18.

(c): Does not arise.

(d): To boost the entire investment environment and to bring in foreign investments in the country, the Government has brought in FDI related reforms and liberalized various sectors of the economy. Government plays an active role in investment promotion through dissemination of information on the investment climate and opportunities in India, and by advising prospective investors about investment policies.

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