The Centre’s Production Linked Incentive (PLI) Scheme has drawn investments exceeding ₹2.16 lakh crore in the manufacturing sector, generating over 14.39 lakh direct and indirect jobs by December 31, 2025. Manufacturing units under the scheme have recorded cumulative sales surpassing Rs 20.41 lakh crore, with total exports crossing Rs 8.3 lakh crore, and Rs 28,748 crore disbursed as production-linked incentives.
A total of 836 applications across 14 sectors have been approved under the PLI scheme, bolstering India’s electronics manufacturing landscape and establishing the nation as a key hub for mobile phones and IT hardware like laptops, tablets, servers, and personal computers. Notably, mobile phone imports have plummeted by nearly 77%, with over 99% of the local demand now met through domestic production.
The scheme has expanded manufacturing beyond mere assembly to include critical components like printed circuit board assemblies, batteries, camera modules, and enclosures, fostering deeper integration with global value chains. Furthermore, the capacity for IT hardware manufacturing domestically has grown, with increased localization of components reducing reliance on imports.
Indigenous manufacturing of 191 bulk drugs facilitated by the scheme has led to import substitution worth around Rs 1,785 crore, with domestic value addition rising to 83.7%. The scheme has also spurred the development of biosimilars, monoclonal antibodies, and new chemical entities, enhancing pharmaceutical exports and supply chain resilience.
