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India private capex surges 67 percent to Rs 7.7 lakh crore as CII pushes new action plan
Economy
Published on 10 May 2026
CII wants fuel excise tweaks and faster MSME payments
India’s private capital expenditure jumped 67% to Rs 7.7 lakh crore in September 2025, signaling a revived investment cycle. Manufacturing led the increase, while services also contributed meaningfully. The Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) unveiled a five-point action plan to sustain growth, including proposals on fuel excise, energy conservation, and improving payment flows for MSMEs.
- Private capex rises 67% to Rs 7.7 lakh crore in Sept 2025
- Manufacturing drives the growth, services also add traction
- CII’s five-point agenda aims to protect and deepen investment
- Key asks include fuel excise changes and quicker MSME payments
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