India, March 6 -- Maharashtra has retained its top position in attracting foreign direct investment (FDI) in the country. The state received FDI worth Rs.6,97,304 crore between October 2019 and March 2025, accounting for 31 percent of the total FDI inflow and the highest share among all states. However, in terms of investment projects, Maharashtra trails neighboring Gujarat in both intended and actual investments over the past three years - 2022, 2023 and 2024. This was revealed in the Economic Survey of Maharashtra 2025-26 that was tabled in the state assembly on Thursday.

"During 2022, 2023 and 2024, Maharashtra recorded intended investments of Rs.2,14,754 crore and actual investments of Rs.1,15,233 crore. In comparison, Gujarat regist...