Reliance Retail significantly ramped up its investment in FY25, allocating Rs 33,696 crore—a 37.5 percent increase from Rs 24,506 crore in FY24, mainly towards infrastructure development and business expansion.

The company opened 2,659 new stores but shut nearly 2,200, resulting in a net addition of around 500 stores. Its total store count reached 19,340 by FY25-end, the largest for any retailer in India. The registered customer base also grew, crossing 349 million. Reliance Industries’ latest annual report released on 07 August, 2025.

Jio, a key RIL subsidiary, marked a record year for patent filings, witb research and development efforts focusing on strategic areas including 5G, AI/ML, blockchain, and digital platforms. Jio also advanced its green energy targets, aiming for 100 percent renewable energy usage by 2030—five years ahead of RIL’s broader 2035 net-zero goal.