India Takes Growth Pitch Abroad as Foreign Money Pulls Back

India is taking its growth pitch abroad as foreign investors pull back, and as student protests highlight challenges facing the country’s younger population. Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman is on a nine-day tour of Canada and the United States to seek fresh capital and engage global investors. The trip comes amid reports of foreign money leaving India’s markets, increasing pressure on policymakers to reassure investors on economic momentum. At the same time, protests led by students have brought attention to issues that affect young people, including concerns about opportunities and social stability. The tour is positioned as a direct effort to compete for international funding while addressing uncertainty at home.