Mr. Nirmal Jain's Column in ET Government - 'The 2026 mandate: Why governance is the new alpha for Indian markets'
Mr. Nirmal Jain's Column in ET Government - 'The 2026 mandate: Why governance is the new alpha for Indian markets'
6 May, 2026, 14:39 IST
Mr. Nirmal Jain's ET Government Column:
The article discusses how governance is emerging as a major driver of investment growth in India, particularly in the lead-up to the 2026 state elections. It highlights how policy stability, administrative efficiency, infrastructure development, and ease of doing business are increasingly influencing investor confidence and capital allocation across states. Using examples such as West Bengal, the piece examines the relationship between governance quality, manufacturing growth, and long-term economic potential, while positioning state-level governance as a key factor shaping India’s next phase of economic expansion.