Manufacturing Sector in India

India is the third most sought-after manufacturing destination in the world and has the potential to export goods worth US$ 1 trillion by 2030.

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Robust
Demand

*During FY25, India’s merchandise exports reached Rs. 37,34,255 crore (US$ 437.42 billion), up from Rs. 37,31,267 crore (US$ 437.07 billion) in the FY24.

*By 2030, the Indian middle class is expected to have the second-largest share in global consumption at 17%.​

Increasing
Investment

*India's domestic investment announcements surged to Rs. 37 lakh crore (US$ 428.04 billion) in FY23-FY24 from Rs. 10 lakh crore (US$ 115.69 billion) in FY21, with 9M FY25 already reaching Rs. 32 lakh crore (US$ 370.20 billion).​

*FDI in India's manufacturing sector has reached Rs. 14,45,781 crore (US$ 165.1 billion), a 69% increase over the past decade, driven by production-linked incentive (PLI) schemes. In the last five years, total FDI inflows amounted to Rs. 33,58,310 crore (US$ 383.5 billion).​

Policy
Support

*The Madhya Pradesh government has introduced the Drone Promotion and Utilisation Policy 2025, aiming to boost drone manufacturing and its application across various sectors. The policy offers incentives, of a 40% capital investment subsidy, up to Rs. 30 crore (US$ 3.4 million) for new investments, and a 25% subsidy on lease rents for three years.​

*India's manufacturing sector is poised to reach Rs. 87,57,000 crore (US$ 1 trillion) by FY26, led by Gujarat, Maharashtra, and Tamil Nadu, fueled by investments in automobile, electronics, and textile industries. Government initiatives like Make in India and PLI schemes drive growth, attracting FDI and enhancing industrial infrastructure.​

Competitive
Advantage

*The positive developments in the manufacturing sector, driven by production capacity expansion, government policy support, heightened M&A activity, and PE/VC-led investment, are creating a robust pipeline for the country’s sustained economic growth in the years to come. ​

Last updated: Jul, 2025

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