India’s AI & Infra Growth: Citi Sees Strong Investor Conviction

Despite global AI race concerns, Citi highlights sustained high investor conviction in India's growth potential, especially in AI, energy, and infrastructure.

sivam June 11, 2026

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India continues to command strong investor confidence, according to Achintya Mangla from Citi. Despite some foreign investors expressing caution regarding India’s standing in the global Artificial Intelligence (AI) race and seeking improvements in the ease of doing business, the long-term conviction in the market remains exceptionally high.

Citi views India as a significant market with substantial growth prospects, especially in burgeoning sectors such as AI, energy, and data-center infrastructure. This optimism is underpinned by India’s favorable demographics and an expanding manufacturing base, which collectively provide a robust foundation for sustained economic development.

While acknowledging short-term volatility that might influence investor sentiment, Mangla emphasized that the underlying belief in India’s economic trajectory is unwavering. The country’s ongoing development in manufacturing and its demographic advantages are key drivers that continue to attract and retain investor interest, positioning India as a critical market for future investment.