India first, tie-ups, long-term strategy will boost mfg sector: Mahindra MD

Pawan Goenka Calls for plug-and-play infrastructure of the kind that Vietnam has for large-scale manufacturing

At a time when the government and industries are trying to grab opportunities that are moving out of China, Pawan Goenka, managing director (MD), Mahindra & Mahindra, said India should have “plug and play infrastructure” for largescale manufacturing like Vietnam.
 
“To realise the objectives of Atmanirbhar Bharat and become a key part of the global chain, we must put India first, opt for partnerships and have a longer horizon, which will help the manufacturing sector to grow,” he said.
 
Speaking at the Madras Chamber of Commerce and Industry (MCCI’s) chamber day celebrations recently, Goenka said global supply chain