The Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) has urged the Indian government to gradually restore the ₹10-per-litre cut in special additional excise duty on petrol and diesel over a period of six to nine months, as crude oil prices stabilize. CII's director general, Chandrajit Banerjee, stated that this phased approach would relieve the financial burden on the government while maintaining consumer sentiment. This recommendation is part of a broader five-point action agenda aimed at addressing ongoing global uncertainties, including the crisis in West Asia. CII's analysis indicates a significant rise in private capital expenditure, which reached ₹7.7 trillion in September 2025, a notable increase from ₹4.6 trillion a year earlier. This trend signals a robust investment environment not seen in over a decade. The agenda also includes initiatives for energy conservation, prompt payments to micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs), and strategies to enhance domestic supply chains. CII emphasizes the importance of proactive investment and efficiency measures in the face of global challenges, highlighting the need for collaboration between the government and industry to ensure economic stability.