BS EDIT: Electronics Push: India’s Next Manufacturing Leap

By Business StandardPublished On Jul 20, 2026

Beyond Assembly

India is the world's second-largest mobile phone maker by volume. The next step is increasing value through components, design and technology

Smarter Incentives

The ₹62,500 crore MPMS rewards production, domestic sourcing, product design and R&D to deepen value addition

The Value Chain

Assembly creates jobs, but bigger gains come from components, software, intellectual property and advanced technology

Reducing Imports

India's electronics trade deficit hit $68.17 billion in 2025-26, underscoring the need for stronger domestic component production

More Than Incentives

Subsidies alone are not enough. Infrastructure, skilled talent, policy certainty and innovation are equally critical

The Long-Term Goal

Success will depend on higher value addition, competitive component makers, stronger IP and global supply chain integration