New Delhi, 31st May 2025: Distinguished legal expert Mr. Som Mandal has penned a prompt and perceptive business-investment book named “Investigating India.” The book, launched in a special function organized at the India International Center, New Delhi, created an instant buzz for its relevancy and perceptiveness.
The book launch ceremony was attended by a series of prominent personalities, such as Attorney General of India Shri R. Venkataramani, Justice N. Wazari, and Senior Advocate Amal Kr. Ganguly and Rajya Sabha Members Deepak Prakash and Shamik Bhattacharyya.
Lending further stature to the occasion were Former Chief Justice of India Justice V. N. Khare, Former Supreme Court Judge Hemant Gupta, and Additional Solicitor General Shri Chetan Sharma, alongside senior advocates, leading bureaucrats, and policymakers from diverse sectors.
Speaking on the occasion, Mr. Som Mandal, Managing Partner, Fox Mandal presented compelling arguments on India’s superior investment climate in comparison to China. He underscored that India’s strong judicial framework, rule of law, and strong intellectual property rights offer foreign investors better security and confidence in their investments than ever before. Motivated by a firm commitment to bringing more transparency and accessibility to India’s investment scenario, he further added, “As India quickly gets integrated into global financial systems, it’s important that investors not only realize the opportunity but realize the framework of regulation that safeguards their interests. This book is my contribution to ensuring that clarity and confidence replace confusion and hesitation.”
He emphasized that India’s solid judicial framework, unwavering adherence to the rule of law and strong intellectual property protections provide an unparalleled level of investor confidence and business security.
Mr. Som Mandal carries a rich legacy in corporate law. A celebrated name in international legal circles, he has been awarded many honors, among them the National Law Day Award 2002, which was bestowed by former Prime Minister Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee. His reputation is worldwide, having been placed among the world’s best legal minds by Asian Legal Business Magazine, The Lawyer Magazine UK, and Legal Comprehensive.
Mr. Som Mandal’s book is intended to be an encyclopedic guide through which investors and entrepreneurs may maneuver the shifting Indian investment scene. In this book, Mr. Mandal has condensed India’s investment environment in this book into a readable and informative guide. Investigating India delves deeply into foreign direct investment (FDI) rules, securities laws, taxation regulations, and compliance practices that inform business decisions within the country. The book demystifies little-known nuances, allowing investors to avoid costly mistakes and achieve ultimate potential in one of the world’s fastest-growing economies.
Most importantly, the book deals with the real issues faced by investors — from getting India’s regulatory environment to dealing with cross-border transfers, tax issues, and investment approvals. Readers will find strategic guidance on both risk mitigation and opportunity optimization, making it an indispensable companion for both foreign and domestic investors.
Presented in a clear, reader-friendly manner, Investigating India is a must-read for budding entrepreneurs, seasoned business leaders, overseas investors, and financial planners who want to grasp India’s intricate, yet lucrative, investment landscape. More than its legal subject matter, the book is also a general commentary on India’s commercial environment, its place in the world, and the emerging opportunities in store.
With Investigating India, Mr. Som Mandal adds a vital resource to India’s economic discourse, supporting national initiatives such as Make in India, Invest India, and Atmanirbhar Bharat, while promoting informed and responsible investing.