Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) in Kerala

Why Invest in Kerala

• Tourism Hub: A leading destination for medical tourism, eco-tourism, and leisure travel.
• Services Sector: Strong presence in education, healthcare, and information technology.
• Sustainable Development: Focus on renewable energy, green technologies, and sustainable industries.
• Government Support: Proactive industrial policies and incentives to boost investment in diverse sectors.

Incentives & Schemes

• Tourism Promotion: Special incentives for investments in tourism infrastructure and services.
• Industrial Investment Policy:: Fiscal incentives for manufacturing, especially in electronics and food processing.
• Renewable Energy: Focus on solar energy and waste-to-energy projects for sustainable growth.

Key Economic Data: Kerala

Category	Details
Capital	Thiruvananthapuram
GSDP (2023–24)	₹12.96 lakh crore
Growth Rate	8.2%
Per Capita Income	₹2,65,586
Top Sectors	Services, Tourism, Healthcare
FDI Share in India	2.3%
Top FDI Sources	Top FDI Sources
Cumulative FDI (FY2024)	₹3,500 crore (Q1)
Policy Impact	Focus on sustainability, tourism, and services
Recent FDI	₹1,000 crore (2020–21)

Latest Insights

• Kerala attracted ₹3,500 crore in cumulative FDI by Q1 FY2024.
• Tourism continues to be a major economic driver, with a strong focus on eco-tourism.
• Government initiatives are bolstering sectors like healthcare, renewable energy, and infrastructure development.