Gujarat Ranks First in NITI Aayog's Inaugural Investment Friendliness Index 2026
Gujarat has been identified as India's leading investment destination, securing the top position among major States in NITI Aayog's first-ever Investment Friendliness Index 2026. The State scored 56.6 points, surpassing Maharashtra (53.7) and Tamil Nadu (53.3). The index evaluates 17 major States across 84 indicators under eight pillars, covering the entire investment lifecycle. Gujarat's success is attributed to its policy stability, investor-centric governance, streamlined business facilitation, and robust industrial infrastructure. The Industrial Extension Bureau (iNDEXTb) and time-bound statutory approvals were highlighted as key contributors to reducing project implementation delays.
Key Points
- Gujarat secured the top rank in NITI Aayog's first Investment Friendliness Index 2026.
- The index assesses 17 major States based on 84 indicators across eight pillars of the investment lifecycle.
- Gujarat's high ranking is due to policy stability, investor-centric governance, and efficient business facilitation mechanisms.
- The Industrial Extension Bureau (iNDEXTb) and time-bound approval frameworks were crucial for its performance.
Exam Facts
- Index: NITI Aayog's Investment Friendliness Index 2026
- Top-ranked state: Gujarat (56.6 points)
- Second-ranked state: Maharashtra (53.7 points)
- Third-ranked state: Tamil Nadu (53.3 points)
- Key agency: Industrial Extension Bureau (iNDEXTb)
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