This document discusses FDI in the Indian retail sector. It provides an overview of the retail sector and outlines opportunities and challenges of FDI in retail. Key points include:
- Retail is a major employer in India, employing over 35 million people, however the organized retail sector only employs around 0.3 million.
- FDI can help address issues like lack of infrastructure and skills in the supply chain. However, there are also concerns about the impact on small retailers and employment.
- The retail sector is expected to grow significantly in coming years due to rising incomes and consumer spending in India. FDI could help accelerate this growth through investments and modernization of the sector. However, some argue it should be introduced