India Climbs from 82nd to 57th in Global Rankings on Structural and Pro-Competitive Reforms

India has advanced 25 places in global rankings from 82nd to 57th on the Market Distortions Performance Index, reflecting strong progress in structural and pro-competitive reforms carried out between 2010 and 2023. The findings are part of a report titled "India's Next Growth Frontier: Reducing Anti-Competitive Market Distortions to Build on India's 2010–2023 Reform Progress," released by the Competere Foundation on 30 July 2026 at the India Habitat Centre, New Delhi.

Key Highlights of the Competere Foundation Report Launch Event

1. What: India's global ranking rose from 82nd to 57th (up 25 places) on the Market Distortions Performance Index
2. Time Period Assessed: 2010–2023
3. Report Title: India's Next Growth Frontier: Reducing Anti-Competitive Market Distortions to Build on India's 2010–2023 Reform Progress
4. Released By: Competere Foundation for Trade and Competition Policy
5. Event Venue: India Habitat Centre, New Delhi
6. Organisers: Centre for Trade and Investment Law (CTIL), IIFT New Delhi, in collaboration with the Competere Foundation

Three Pillars of the Market Distortions Performance Index

1. Protection of Property Rights
2. Domestic Competition
3. International Competition

Major Structural Reforms Credited for India's 25-Place Rank Jump

• Implementation of the Goods and Services Tax (GST)
• Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code (IBC)
• Improvements in the regulatory environment
• Modernisation of trade facilitation systems
• Progress in investment conditions and digital market regulation

Key Speakers at the Launch Event

1. Dr. James J. Nedumpara – Professor & Head, CTIL (Welcome Address).  
2. Shri Sudhanshu Pandey – State Election Commissioner (UT of Ladakh) and Former Secretary, Govt. of India (Keynote Address).  
3. Mr. Shanker Singham – Chairman & President, Competere Foundation (Presentation on report findings).

Way Forward Suggested by the Competere Foundation

1. Adopt an evidence-based, effects-oriented approach to competition policy
2. Review sector-specific investment restrictions with consumer welfare in focus
3. Strengthen cooperation with like-minded trading partners to address regulatory barriers abroad

Event Highlights

1. A panel discussion brought together legal, industry, academic, and policy experts to discuss India's reform experience, investment climate, and emerging trade challenges
2. The event concluded with an interactive question-and-answer session.