Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Thursday (September 18, 2025) told India Inc. to do not hesitate to invest more and expand capacities. She said companies must use government reforms and policies to strengthen India’s economy.
Speaking at the Indian Foundation for Quality Management (IFQM) symposium, Ms. Sitharaman stressed that building a Viksit Bharat requires strong quality management. According to her, both manufacturing and service sectors need focused interventions. Moreover, businesses should identify areas where improvements will deliver the greatest results.
She also urged India Inc. to partner with the government in skilling youth. In addition, she asked companies to engage with policymakers throughout the year. Engagement, she said, should not be limited to the period before the Union Budget.
When Tata Sons chairman N. Chandrasekaran asked about her expectations, she gave three clear priorities. First, invest more to expand capacities. Second, collaborate with the government in preparing India’s youth. Third, keep year-round communication open with policymakers.
Furthermore, Ms. Sitharaman underlined several initiatives that promote growth. These include ease of doing business, tax benefits, better policies, and increased FDI opportunities. “Today, I have a basket of things on which the government has delivered,” she said. She added that Prime Minister Narendra Modi has consistently driven reforms and supported industry demands.
Therefore, Ms. Sitharaman concluded by asking India Inc. to seize opportunities, invest boldly, and join hands with the government. As a result, she said, the nation can achieve sustained growth and greater global competitiveness.
