- Published on May 10, 2025
- In AI Features
India’s Smartphone Manufacturing Muscle is Now Stronger Than Ever
Much of India’s growth can be attributed to the government's production-linked incentive schemes.
- By Supreeth Koundinya
India’s manufacturing capabilities have gained increasing attention in discussions and news regarding US President Donald Trump’s high import tariffs.
While the spotlight has intensified on the country, the notion of India as a sudden, ‘dark horse’ entrant in the smartphone manufacturing arena is far from accurate. India’s journey in electronics manufacturing through contract manufacturing, joint ventures, and self-established plants goes back nearly a decade. Besides, if one takes the name of any leading smartphone maker, they will likely find an assembly plant in India.
Last month, it was reported that smartphones became India’s largest individual export commodity by value for the first time, reaching $18.31 billion.
Besides global demand, much of India
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Supreeth Koundinya
Supreeth is an engineering graduate who is curious about the world of artificial intelligence and loves to write stories on how it is solving problems and shaping the future of humanity.
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