Himachal Pradesh 3rd in NITI Aayog's Investment Friendliness Index 2026
UPSC / SSC current affairs note · Economy
Why in news
Himachal Pradesh ranked 3rd among hilly and North-Eastern states in NITI Aayog's Investment Friendliness Index 2026, placing it in the 'Frontrunner' category. Chief Minister Sukhu credited the achievement to the government's focus on the Business Reforms Action Plan (BRAP) and ease of doing business.
Background
NITI Aayog's Investment Friendliness Index assesses states on their investment climate, including implementation of business reforms. The index categorizes states into 'Frontrunner', 'Achiever', 'Aspirer', and 'Beginner' based on performance.
Key facts
Himachal Pradesh ranked 3rd among hilly and North-Eastern states in NITI Aayog's Investment Friendliness Index 2026.
The state was placed in the 'Frontrunner' category.
Chief Minister Sukhu attributed the success to a reform-oriented approach and the Business Reforms Action Plan (BRAP).
The index evaluates states on ease of doing business and investment climate.
Prelims pointers
- NITI Aayog
- Investment Friendliness Index 2026
- Business Reforms Action Plan (BRAP)
- Frontrunner category
- Himachal Pradesh
Mains angles
- Discuss the significance of NITI Aayog's Investment Friendliness Index in promoting competitive federalism.
- Evaluate the role of state-level business reforms in attracting investment and improving ease of doing business.