New Delhi, Oct. 14 -- Blackstone plans to double its investments in India to $100 billion over the next five years from the current $50 billion, as it looks to invest is in real estate, digital infrastructure, financial services, healthcare and manufacturing sectors.

In an interview with CNBC-TV18, Blackstone President Jon Grey reaffirmed the firm's long-term confidence in India despite market volatility. He noted that the country's economic growth, expanding middle class, infrastructure development and technology capabilities are factors that support its investment strategy.

"As long as the economy continues to grow, and the government continues to support that growth with policies that give foreign investors certainty and clarity, I t...