The revised FDI policy allows inventory-based e-commerce solely for exports, aiming to significantly boost shipments of handicrafts and ODOP goods from Indian districts.
The change was made on July 23
Aug 02, 2026
01:56 pm
What's the storyThe Indian government has amended its Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) policy to allow e-commerce firms with foreign stakes to hold inventory for export purposes.
The change, which was made on July 23, 2026, is expected to significantly boost the exports of handicrafts and One District One Product (ODOP) goods.
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