The all-party meet failed to reach a consensus on the land acquisition bill, impacting farmers awaiting compensation and delaying infrastructure projects. Opposition parties strongly opposed the bill, despite government efforts to expedite its passage for economic boost.
Walmart and the US government have expressed concerns to the Indian government regarding state veto power over FDI in retail. This power creates uncertainty for foreign investors like Walmart, who are hesitant to enter the Indian market due to varying regulations across states.
The UPA government is poised to introduce its FDI in retail policy in the Lok Sabha, seeking approval amidst concerns about securing Rajya Sabha support.