“Permitted Unless Prohibited: NITI Aayog’s Next-Gen Reforms Guidebook To End Business Red Tape

At the 2026 CII Annual Business Summit, NITI Aayog member Rajiv Gauba unveiled a transformative "Jan Vishwas" approach to Indian regulation. Shifting from a "prohibited unless permitted" mindset to "permitted unless prohibited," Gauba emphasised that regulatory changes will now follow a fixed annual calendar to prevent random disruptions. By benchmarking against global practices while avoiding the "over-regulation" trap seen in the EU where paperwork costs 1% of GDP- the high-level committee aims to slash administrative hurdles. With over 250 industry consultations already completed, this initiative promises a streamlined, cost-effective environment for Indian enterprises to scale without bureaucratic friction.