Indian electronics industry: What's really happening in manufacturing and supply chains
When people talk about the Indian electronics industry, the ecosystem of companies designing, assembling, and exporting electronic goods across India. Also known as India's electronics manufacturing sector, it's no longer just about assembling imported parts—it's becoming a real hub for production, from smartphones to solar inverters. This shift didn’t happen overnight. It’s the result of policy changes, rising labor costs abroad, and Indian startups figuring out how to build things people actually need.
The electronics supply chain, the network of suppliers, logistics, assembly lines, and testing centers that move components from raw materials to finished devices in India is still patchy in some areas. But in places like Tamil Nadu, Uttar Pradesh, and Telangana, you’ll find factories making printed circuit boards, battery packs, and even microchips. Companies like Dixon Technologies and Texmaco aren’t just contractors—they’re building local expertise. And it’s not just big names. Smaller players are making things like LED drivers, smart home sensors, and agricultural IoT devices—all with Indian design and cost controls.
The semiconductor manufacturing India, the emerging effort to produce chips domestically instead of importing them is still in early stages, but it’s gaining momentum. The government’s ₹76,000 crore incentive scheme is pulling in global players like Vedanta and Foxconn. You won’t be buying an Indian-made iPhone chip yet, but you’re already using Indian-made components in your TV, fridge, or electric scooter. The real win? Jobs. Thousands of new roles in testing, quality control, and automation are opening up—not just in cities, but in tier-2 towns where land and labor are cheaper.
What’s missing? Consistent power, reliable raw material sourcing, and faster customs clearance. But the momentum is real. From the factories making phone casings in Noida to the R&D labs in Bengaluru designing firmware for rural health devices, the Indian electronics industry is becoming less about copying and more about creating.
Below, you’ll find real insights from people working in this space—how they’re fixing supply chain delays, training workers without formal degrees, cutting costs without sacrificing quality, and building products that actually work in Indian conditions. No fluff. Just what’s happening on the ground.
