Issue of equity shares under the FDI Policy is allowed under the Government route for the following:
Import of capital goods/ machinery/ equipment (excluding second-hand machinery)
Pre-operative/pre-incorporation expenses (including payments of rent, etc.)
However, these are subject to compliance with several conditions, as mentioned in sub-section (iv), section (6) of Annexure-3 of the Consolidated FDI Policy
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