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Government says sustained reforms have improved investor confidence, strengthened competitiveness, and enhanced India’s global business reputation.
New Delhi
India’s sustained economic and regulatory reforms over the past 12 years have significantly enhanced the country’s global standing, strengthened investor confidence, and improved the ease of doing business, according to an official government factsheet released on Sunday.
The government said its approach has shifted from a compliance-heavy framework to a facilitation-driven ecosystem, making business operations more efficient and transparent. The impact of these reforms is reflected in several global assessments and rankings that measure competitiveness, governance, and digital transformation.
India’s performance in the World Bank’s Doing Business Report highlighted notable progress, with the country’s ranking improving from 142 in 2014 to 63 in 2019. The government described this as evidence of successful efforts to simplify regulations and reduce procedural barriers for businesses.
The factsheet also pointed to improvements in the IMD World Competitiveness Ranking 2025, where India moved from 43rd position in 2021 to 41st in 2025. The ranking evaluates economic performance, government efficiency, business productivity, and infrastructure development.
India’s digital governance initiatives have also received global recognition. The country was placed in the top category of the World Bank’s GovTech Maturity Index in 2020, 2022, and 2025, reflecting strong performance in public service delivery, digital engagement, and government technology systems. The United Nations E-Government Survey similarly awarded India high scores for online services, telecommunications infrastructure, and human capital development.
The government highlighted the success of flagship initiatives such as Startup India, which has transformed the entrepreneurial landscape. Recognised startups increased from just 502 in 2016 to more than 2.23 lakh by March 2026, generating over 23.3 lakh direct jobs. Nearly half of these startups have at least one woman director or partner.
Other reforms, including the AI-driven MCA21 platform and the Udyam Registration Portal, have streamlined compliance processes, encouraged formalisation, and strengthened support for micro, small and medium enterprises across the country.