Foreign Direct Investment, FDI in Puducherry

Why Invest in Puducherry

• Tourism Hub: Famous for its heritage, beaches, and natural beauty, attracting both domestic and international visitors.
• Manufacturing Growth: Presence of industries like textiles, chemicals, and electrical goods.
• Strategic Location: Situated on the southeastern coast, offering access to international markets.
• Government Support: Policies focused on tourism, manufacturing, and infrastructure development.

Incentives & Schemes

• Tourism Development: Incentives for setting up hotels, resorts, and tourism-related businesses.
• Industrial Promotion: Tax incentives and subsidies for industries in manufacturing and export-oriented sectors.
• Infrastructure Projects: Focus on port development, smart city initiatives, and improving connectivity.

Key Economic Data: Puducherry

Category	Details
Capital	Puducherry
GSDP (2023–24)	₹12,500 crore
Growth Rate	7.8%
Per Capita Income	₹2,77,000
Top Sectors	Tourism, Manufacturing, Agriculture, Services
FDI Share in India	0.02%
Top FDI Sources	Singapore, UAE
Cumulative FDI (FY2024)	₹150 crore (Q1)
Policy Impact	Focus on tourism, manufacturing, and infrastructure
Recent FDI	₹45 crore (2020–21)

Latest Insights

• Puducherry attracted ₹150 crore in cumulative FDI by Q1 FY2024.
• The tourism sector continues to grow, leveraging the region’s heritage and natural beauty.
• Government policies are supporting the manufacturing and infrastructure sectors, with a focus on export-oriented industries.