Celebrating more than 20 years of growth and commitment in India, Walmart recently hosted an immersive showcase event in New Delhi titled “The India Showcase: Celebrating Partnerships, Progress and Possibilities.” The event brought together Walmart’s global and India leadership, government dignitaries, media, and a wide network of partners to highlight the company’s transformative impact across commerce, technology, financial inclusion, and supply chain innovation. With strategic investments through Walmart, Flipkart Group, and PhonePe, the company continues to play a key role in India’s inclusive economic development.
A Legacy of Empowerment and Innovation
Walmart’s journey in India began over two decades ago with a vision to support local communities, drive economic opportunity, and bring transformative retail experiences to Indian consumers. Reflecting on this
journey, Doug McMillon, President and CEO of Walmart Inc., stated, “India is an important part of Walmart’s story. Over the past two decades, we’ve strengthened and expanded our partnerships here to empower people and help local businesses grow.”
The event showcased how Walmart has fostered digital commerce, technology-led retail transformation, and job creation in India—while remaining aligned with the government’s “Make in India” and export-driven growth vision.
Key Business Verticals Driving Impact
Through its diverse portfolio of entities and programs, Walmart has built a powerful presence across India’s retail, digital, and supply ecosystems.
– Flipkart Marketplace serves as a catalyst for eCommerce inclusion, enabling over 1.4 million sellers, many of whom are MSMEs, to reach consumers across Tier-2 and Tier-3 cities.
– Flipkart Samarth supports thousands of artisans, weavers, and women entrepreneurs by offering access to training and dedicated marketplace space.
– Shopsy, Flipkart’s hyper-value platform, empowers small entrepreneurs with tailored offerings for India’s value-conscious segments.
– Flipkart Minutes, launched in August 2024, is redefining convenience by delivering everyday essentials in just 10 minutes, while Myntra, Flipkart’s fashion arm, has expanded its reach by launching Myntra Global in Singapore in 2025.
– Super.money, Flipkart’s fintech platform, is revolutionizing access to credit-first UPI services and is poised to offer broader financial services including lending and fixed deposits.
– Cleartrip, a global travel tech platform under Flipkart, continues to enhance the digital travel booking experience.
– PhonePe, with over 600 million registered users, is now a cornerstone of India’s digital payments ecosystem. Its diversified business spans insurance, wealth, hyperlocal commerce (Pincode), and app ecosystem development (Indus AppStore), furthering digital inclusion at scale.
Building India’s Export and Supply Chain Capabilities
Walmart’s presence in India extends far beyond retail and payments. Its Walmart Sourcing division has already exported over $30 billion worth of goods from India, with an ambitious goal of achieving $10 billion in annual exports by 2027.
The Walmart Vriddhi Supplier Development Program has trained over 70,000 MSMEs and aims to reach 100,000 by 2028, helping small businesses access domestic and global markets. Walmart is also investing in Walmart Global Tech India, a cutting-edge tech arm developing advanced AI, automation, and data science solutions. The recent launch of a Center of Excellence at IIT Madras reflects its commitment to nurturing MSMEs through AI-driven tools and training.
Beyond business, Walmart continues to be a socially responsible organization with a strong commitment to sustainability and community welfare. Through the Walmart Foundation, the company is supporting
smallholder farmers with tools, training, and sustainable livelihood opportunities. In alignment with its global environmental goals, Walmart is also enhancing long-term environmental sustainability, advancing greener supply chains, and integrating responsible sourcing practices.
A Shared Future with India
Reflecting on Walmart’s deepening roots in India, Kath McLay, President and CEO of Walmart International, said, “We are building long-term partnerships in one of the most exciting and transformative markets in the world… From enabling MSMEs and accelerating exports to elevating the
customer experience, we remain deeply committed to growing with India.”
On the sidelines of the main event, Walmart and Flipkart also hosted a Seller Meet on June 23, 2025, offering insights into scaling businesses through platforms like Walmart Marketplace and the Vriddhi program. With a comprehensive ecosystem encompassing digital retail, payments, financial services, supply chain, and community initiatives, Walmart has become a key enabler of India’s inclusive economic progress. Its partnerships with MSMEs, artisans, farmers, and tech innovators are helping unlock new growth opportunities for millions of Indians.
As Walmart looks toward the next phase of its journey in India, it remains steadfast in its vision: to empower people, build strong local partnerships, and deliver long-term value through innovation, inclusion, and sustainability.