Mobile phones production and exports soar in India

Government's strategic initiatives aimed at boosting domestic manufacturing and exports cited as reasons

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  • The strategic implementation of schemes like PLI and NICDP, coupled with comprehensive initiatives such as Make in India 2.0, has not only amplified production capacities but also generated employment and reduced import dependence.

The production of mobile phones in India, measured in value terms, has witnessed an impressive increase of approximately 146 per cent, rising from Rs2,13,773 crore in the fiscal year 2020-21 to Rs5,25,000 crore in 2024-25, as disclosed in the Parliament.

Even more remarkable is the exponential growth in mobile phone exports, which have soared by around 775 per cent during the same period, escalating from Rs22,870 crore to Rs2,00,000 crore.

The unprecedented growth is a testament to the efficacy of the government’s strategic initiatives aimed at boosting domestic manufacturing and exports.

Central to this transformation has been the implementation of the Production Linked Incentive (PLI) scheme and the National Industrial Corridor Development Programme (NICDP), Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal, said in a written reply to a question in the Rajya Sabha.

The PLI scheme, in particular, has played a pivotal role by incentivising major smartphone companies to shift their production bases to India.

Job creation

The shift not only enhances domestic manufacturing capabilities but also fosters job creation and technological advancement. The diversification under the PLI scheme extends beyond mobile phones to sectors like pharmaceuticals and white goods.

In the white goods sector, the PLI scheme aims to develop a robust ecosystem for components used in air conditioners and LED lights.

Since the scheme’s launch, India has commenced local production of critical components including compressors, copper tubes, heat exchangers, and motors for air conditioners, as well as LED chip packaging and other related parts.

The evolution significantly diminishes import dependency, thereby reinforcing India’s manufacturing self-sufficiency and integrating the country into global supply chains.

Complementing these efforts is the Make in India 2.0 initiative, which currently targets 27 key sectors and is being implemented across various ministries, departments, and state governments.

The initiative, alongside the approval of 12 new projects under the NICDP with an aggregate investment of Rs 28,602 crore, underscores the government’s commitment to fostering a conducive environment for manufacturing investments.

Further support measures such as the Atmanirbhar Bharat packages, the National Infrastructure Pipeline, the National Monetisation Pipeline, the India Industrial Land Bank, the Industrial Park Rating System, and the National Single Window System have collectively enhanced ease of doing business and investment prospects in the country.


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