The Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) was founded in 1995 and later expanded in 2000 through the merger with the Department of Industrial Development. Operating under the auspices of the Ministry of Commerce and Industry, Government of India, DPIIT is tasked with the development and execution of policies and strategies aimed at fostering the growth of the industrial sector. Its responsibilities are aligned with the nation's overarching priorities and socio-economic goals, ensuring that the industrial advancement it promotes is both sustainable and inclusive.