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Government mulls further tightening of FDI norms in tobacco sector: Sources

The Indian government is evaluating a proposal to restrict foreign direct investment in the tobacco sector. This initiative aims to tighten FDI regulations related to licenses, trademarks, and management contracts. Previous efforts to enhance these norms faced challenges from tobacco farmers' associations. The proposal is crucial as India aims to comply with the World Health Organization's regulations on tobacco control.

14 Oct 2026 5:24 pm