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MCA tightens M&A rules requiring CCI nods above Rs 2000 crore for key targets
Economy
Published on 24 April 2026
Even digital dealmakers face CCI approval sooner
The government has set a new M&A approval trigger: companies must seek Competition Commission of India clearance for deals over Rs 2,000 crore when the target has substantial operations in India. The change is designed to strengthen oversight of mergers and acquisitions, with particular focus on fast-growing digital markets to support fairer competition practices.
- CCI approval now required for M&A deals above Rs 2,000 crore
- Trigger applies when the target has substantial business operations in India
- Policy aims to tighten oversight of M&A activity
- Digital sector deals face earlier scrutiny
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