India finalizes Electronics Components Scheme

• 19 Apr 2025
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As per the Union Minister for Electronics and Information Technology, Railways, and Information & Broadcasting Shri Ashwini Vaishnaw, India has made tremendous progress in electronics manufacturing over the past ten years under Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi's leadership. 

The Minister emphasized that the New Electronics Component Manufacturing Scheme, which recently got greenlight from the Cabinet, further solidifies India's place in the world's electronics supply chains while speaking at the VVDN manufacturing site in Manesar, Haryana. The Minister added that the instructions for the plan will be released shortly.

Union Minister Shri Ashwini Vaishnaw also officially opened VVDN Technologies' cutting-edge Surface Mount Technology (SMT) Line and Mechanical Innovation Park at the company's Global Innovation Park in Manesar, Haryana. This marks a significant milestone for India's electronics manufacturing industry.

In the past six years, India's electronics industry has increased fivefold, reaching a total value of almost Rs. 11 lakh crore, according to Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw. Over the past ten years, exports have increased sixfold to surpass Rs. 3.25 lakh crore. The industry currently employs over 25 lakh people. It may grow exponentially in the upcoming years, according to Shri Vaishnaw, who called this one of the "Make in India" initiative's greatest success stories.

Shri Vaishnaw, during his visit to the facility, noted India’s growing strength and pointed out that the location hosts a team comprising 5000 engineers that work on AI-embedded complex systems. He said, “India now has the talent not only to manufacture but also to design sophisticated electronic products.” This gives the nation a significant edge over others lacking in design capability, he continued. He also spoke with the engineers and employees of the facility to encourage them to continue with their efforts to boost the electronics manufacturing sector of India.

India is now designing and manufacturing design tools domestically. This is a significant step towards attaining technical self-reliance, he added, underscoring the significance of locally made tools. Shri Vaishnaw cited VVDN's recent deployment of 6,000 AI servers, calling it a significant achievement that demonstrates India's hardware prowess.

The Minister affirmed dedication of India when it comes to developing a reliable electronics manufacturing sector that is based on various rare earth supply chains, design-led innovation, and the defense of intellectual property rights. He also discussed a three-tier skilling approach. It includes basic training, on-site product-specific training, and university courses connected with the industry. This strategy is especially relevant given the high capital-expenditure skills of the industry.

New Electronics Component Manufacturing Scheme

Union Minister Shri Ashwini Vaishnaw recently shared some big news about a new government initiative aimed at boosting electronics manufacturing in India. He explained that while active components already get support under the National Semiconductor Mission, this new scheme will focus on passive components. Together, these efforts will create a more complete ecosystem for electronics manufacturing and help India move closer to true self-reliance in this critical sector.

He added that the scheme expects to give a major push to domestic production, create thousands of jobs, and cut down on the country’s reliance on imports. With India’s focused strategy on design, manufacturing, skills development, and innovation, he’s confident that the country is on track to becoming a global leader in electronics.

Regarding the New Facilities

During the event, one of the best parts was the inauguration of the Surface Mount Technology Line of VVDN. The SMT can handle PCB sizes up to 850mm x 560mm and assemble an impressive 250,000 components/hr. This facility will support the mass production of advanced tech products such as AI servers, networking gear, and motherboards.

Also launched was the Mechanical Innovation Park, which is a sprawling 1.5 lakh sq. ft. space. It is equipped for tool-making, CNC machining, EDM, injection molding, and more. These facilities together are set to create over 3,000 skilled jobs for individuals. It aligns with the government’s vision of promoting employment and high-tech skills in the country.

VVDN is an Indian company. Its speciality lies in design-led manufacturing with strong backward integration. With its 11 R&D centers and a team of over 5,000 engineers, the company is leading the way in building future-ready solutions like AI servers, EV components, cameras, and Wi-Fi 7 devices. As part of the inauguration, the Minister also took a tour through VVDN’s state-of-the-art R&D facilities, including labs focused on servers, 5G, and video imaging, as well as their production lines for servers and cameras.

This event was a clear example of how strong government policies and private sector innovation can come together to proper real and actual progress. Under Prime Minister Narendra Modi's leadership, India is creating a more business-friendly environment having a better infrastructure, reliable power, and institutional support. This lays the foundation for long-term success when it comes to the electronics space.

Source: PIB