Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) in Bihar

Why Invest in Bihar

• Agricultural Potential: Known for major crops like rice, wheat, and sugarcane.
• Manufacturing & Services Growth: Significant developments in food processing, textiles, and education services.
• Connectivity: Improved infrastructure and connectivity are transforming the state’s business environment.
• Government Focus: Strong emphasis on industrialization, infrastructure, and ease of doing business.

Incentives & Schemes

• Industrial Investment Policy: Tax benefits and subsidies for sectors like manufacturing, food processing, and textiles.
• Agricultural Investment: Focus on agro-processing and food-based industries to add value to agricultural output.
• Infrastructure Development: Government efforts to enhance roads, transport, and logistics infrastructure.

Key Economic Data: Bihar

Category	Details
Capital	Patna
GSDP (2023–24)	₹8.03 lakh crore
Growth Rate	12.4%
Per Capita Income	₹69,147
Top Sectors	Agriculture, Manufacturing, Services
FDI Share in India	1%
Top FDI Sources	Singapore, UAE
Cumulative FDI (FY2024)	₹1,200 crore (Q1)
Policy Impact	Focus on infrastructure, manufacturing, and agriculture
Recent FDI	₹450 crore (2020–21)

Latest Insights

• Bihar attracted ₹1,200 crore in cumulative FDI by Q1 FY2024.
• The state continues to show strong agricultural growth, with a growing focus on agro-processing.
• Government policies are driving the expansion of manufacturing, infrastructure, and services.