India Open to Global Capital, Strengthening Market Framework: SEBI Chief
· Free Press Journal
India continues to remain an open and compelling destination for global capital, supported by strong macroeconomic fundamentals, a rapidly expanding investor base, and a reform-oriented policy environment, said Mr. Tuhin Kanta Pandey, Chairman, Securities and Exchange Board of India at an interactive session with global investors and venture capital leaders in San Francisco.
The session was jointly organized by the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) and the Consulate General of India (CGI), San Francisco, bringing together industry leaders and members of the Silicon Valley venture capital ecosystem to discuss investment opportunities and the evolving India–US economic partnership.
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Addressing the investors, Mr Tuhin Kanta Pandey, Chairman, SEBI, reaffirmed SEBI’s commitment to a transparent, consultative, and technology-driven regulatory framework. He also emphasized India’s resilience amid global volatility and highlighted the country’s strong macroeconomic fundamentals.
“India remains open and welcoming to global capital. SEBI’s approach is risk-based and facilitative, with a strong focus on simplifying access for foreign investors, strengthening market integrity, and ensuring long-term stability of our capital markets,” he said.
He highlighted recent measures to simplify Foreign Portfolio Investor (FPI) registration and Re-KYC, the use of digital platforms, growth of IPOs and alternative investment funds, and the increasing role of domestic investors in providing market depth and resilience. He also mentioned that controlled inflation, robust foreign exchange reserves, and stable external accounts continue to underpin India’s economic strength, while sustained growth remains among the highest globally.
Dr. K Srikar Reddy, Consul General of India, San Francisco, USA highlighted India’s strong macroeconomic fundamentals, reform momentum, and expanding digital public infrastructure.
“India is among the fastest-growing major economies globally, supported by sustained reforms, a vibrant startup ecosystem, and world-class digital public infrastructure. Strengthening partnerships with global investors, particularly from the United States, is vital for India’s journey towards becoming a developed nation by 2047,” he said.
He underlined the growing depth of India–US economic ties, with bilateral trade exceeding USD 240 billion and a shared target of USD 500 billion by 2030.
Mr. R. Mukundan, President Designate, CII and Managing Director and CEO TATA Chemicals ltd.,emphasized the importance of collaboration between government, industry, and global capital in sustaining India’s growth momentum. He further highlighted that India’s growth trajectory presents significant opportunities for global investors, particularly in innovation-led sectors.
“India’s progress over the coming decades will depend on collaboration. Global partnerships, especially with the United States, are essential to scaling innovation, strengthening manufacturing, and creating sustainable value. Indian industry is fully committed to deepening this corridor,” he said.
Speaking on India’s innovation ecosystem, Mr. Sriram Vishwanathan, Founding Managing Partner at Celesta Capital, a global VC firm emphasized India’s rising profile in deep tech, semiconductors, and foundational technologies. He highlighted increasing private capital commitments and the growing alignment between government initiatives and global venture capital.
The interactive session featured a candid exchange between investors and policymakers, with key feedback focused on simplifying regulatory processes, enhancing clarity in cross-border investment frameworks, increasing availability of growth-stage capital for deep-tech ventures, and accelerating digitalization of onboarding and compliance systems. Participants also emphasized strengthening exit opportunities through mergers and acquisitions, alongside a stronger focus on sustainability and ESG frameworks.
SEBI and CII acknowledged the inputs and reiterated their commitment to continuous engagement and reform.
The San Francisco outreach reaffirmed India’s position as a preferred global investment destination, with resilient economic fundamentals, deepening capital markets, and a rapidly growing innovation ecosystem. The interaction underscored the shared commitment of Indian regulators, industry, and global investors to further strengthen India–US financial and innovation partnerships.