PLI Scheme is Driving India's Manufacturing Growth
24 Mar 2025
2 Min Read
CW Team
The Production Linked Incentive (PLI) Scheme is a transformative initiative boosting India's manufacturing sector, generating jobs, and enhancing exports, aligning with the country’s ‘Atmanirbhar Bharat� vision.
Key Achievements of the PLI Scheme
1.61 trillion in investments
4 trillion in production
5.31 trillion in exports
11.5 lakh jobs created
Widespread Industry Participation
764 approved applications across 14 key sectors
176 MSMEs among beneficiaries, spanning industries such as Pharmaceuticals, Telecom, White Goods, Textiles, Food Processing & Drones
Boosting Global Competitiveness
India’s export basket now includes high-value electronics, telecom products, and processed foods
60% import substitution in telecom products; India now exports 4G & 5G telecom equipment
Medical Device Manufacturing Surge � 44 high-end devices, including MRI, CT-Scans, and Ultrasound machines, now produced domestically
Sectoral Growth & Innovation
Specialty Steel PLI: Rs 200 billion invested, with 9,000+ direct jobs created
White Goods PLI: Rs 104 billion investment for local production of AC & LED components
Drones PLI: 7x growth in turnover, making India a global leader in drone technology
Pharmaceuticals PLI: 50% of production now exported, reducing reliance on imported bulk drugs
The PLI Scheme is not just an incentive program but a catalyst for India's transition into a global manufacturing powerhouse. It continues to attract cutting-edge investments, foster domestic innovation, and position India as a key player in global supply chains.
The Production Linked Incentive (PLI) Scheme is a transformative initiative boosting India's manufacturing sector, generating jobs, and enhancing exports, aligning with the country’s ‘Atmanirbhar Bharat� vision.
Key Achievements of the PLI Scheme
1.61 trillion in investments
4 trillion in production
5.31 trillion in exports
11.5 lakh jobs created
Widespread Industry Participation
764 approved applications across 14 key sectors
176 MSMEs among beneficiaries, spanning industries such as Pharmaceuticals, Telecom, White Goods, Textiles, Food Processing & Drones
Boosting Global Competitiveness
India’s export basket now includes high-value electronics, telecom products, and processed foods
60% import substitution in telecom products; India now exports 4G & 5G telecom equipment
Medical Device Manufacturing Surge � 44 high-end devices, including MRI, CT-Scans, and Ultrasound machines, now produced domestically
Sectoral Growth & Innovation
Specialty Steel PLI: Rs 200 billion invested, with 9,000+ direct jobs created
White Goods PLI: Rs 104 billion investment for local production of AC & LED components
Drones PLI: 7x growth in turnover, making India a global leader in drone technology
Pharmaceuticals PLI: 50% of production now exported, reducing reliance on imported bulk drugs
The PLI Scheme is not just an incentive program but a catalyst for India's transition into a global manufacturing powerhouse. It continues to attract cutting-edge investments, foster domestic innovation, and position India as a key player in global supply chains.
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