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From Setup to Scalability: The Evolution of India's PLI Schemes

PLI generated ₹2+ lakh crore investment, ₹18.7 lakh crore production, and 12.6 lakh jobs by September 2025.

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Mr. Anand Sharma
Policy Analyst, World Development Council
February 2026 · 10 min

PLI 2.0 focuses on building local capabilities, semiconductor independence, and integrating smaller firms into global networks.

PLI 2.0 marks India's transition from incentive-led manufacturing to capability-led nation building.

Semiconductor Pivot

Ten major projects totaling ₹1.60 lakh crore across six states. First Indian chips presented to PM in September 2025.

Multiplier Effect

12.6 lakh jobs. India now produces 60% of telecom equipment domestically and exports 5G systems to Africa and SE Asia.

PLI SchemesManufacturingSemiconductors

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Saurabh Sharma Mar 18, 2026
From zero domestic production to first Indian chips presented to PM in under 3 years is remarkable.
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