UK’s Arora Group Plans Entry into India as FTA Sparks Business Optimism

As India and the UK prepare to finalize their Free Trade Agreement (FTA), business interest from British companies in the Indian market is surging. A recent report reveals that 42% of UK-based firms without existing operations in India are now planning to invest in the country within the next two years. Among them is the Arora Group, a multi-billion-pound conglomerate involved in hotels, real estate, and construction.

Arora Group Eyes Indian Market for First Time

Speaking exclusively to DD India, Surinder Arora, Founder and Chairman of the Arora Group, expressed excitement about the new trade opportunities.

“We’re all very excited about this Free Trade Agreement. It’s great news for the UK and wonderful news for India,” Arora said, calling the FTA a pivotal moment in strengthening bilateral economic ties.

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A Proud Indian Looking Homeward

Despite being born in India and having lived there until age 13, Arora admitted his business has never operated in India — until now.

“Suddenly, we’re all waking up and saying: look at India, look at the growth rate, look at what Prime Minister Modi has done,” he noted, highlighting India’s strong GDP growth as a major driver for investment interest.

Positive Sentiment Among UK Business Leaders

Arora described a strong wave of optimism within the UK business community about India’s economic potential.

“Whenever I talk to my colleagues, friends, or business associates here in the UK, I always say we should take note of the great example India has set since Prime Minister Modi took office,” he said.

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India’s Infrastructure and Growth Turning Heads

He also praised India’s infrastructure boom and modernization, especially in sectors like airports and transport, which have attracted global attention.

“People in the Western world are now saying, ‘I want to do business in India,’” Arora concluded.

The Arora Group’s interest signals a growing recognition of India’s global economic standing, and the upcoming India-UK FTA is expected to accelerate this momentum, opening new avenues for bilateral trade, investment, and strategic partnerships.

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