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India has emerged as the top smartphone supplier to the US, marking a major milestone in electronics manufacturing. Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw highlighted the sector's sixfold growth over the past decade. The country now ranks as the world's second-largest mobile phone manufacturer, with exports skyrocketing. This expansion aligns with PM Modi's push for inclusive tech access and self-reliance.

Key Points: India Becomes Top US Smartphone Supplier as Electronics Sector Booms

  • India now leads as top smartphone supplier to the US
  • Electronics exports surged eightfold to Rs 3 lakh crore
  • Mobile phone manufacturing value rose from Rs 18,900 crore to Rs 4,22,000 crore
  • PM Modi's vision drives inclusive tech access for all citizens
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India emerges as top smartphone supplier to US, electronics sector soars: Ashwini Vaishnaw

Ashwini Vaishnaw announces India's rise as top US smartphone supplier with electronics manufacturing hitting Rs 12 lakh crore.

"Our electronic production has grown 6 times in the last 11 years. - Ashwini Vaishnaw"

Bengaluru,, August 10

Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw on Sunday said India has become the top supplier of smartphones to the United States, with electronics manufacturing now worth Rs 12 lakh crore.

Highlighting the government's vision, Vaishnaw addressing the inaguration ceremony of Metro projects in Bengaluru today, said that India's electronic production has grown six times in the last 11 years.

The Railway Minister further pointed out the exponential rise in electronic exports, which have increased eightfold to reach 3 lakh crore rupees. Vaishnaw also noted India's position as the world's second-largest manufacturer of mobile phones, underscoring the country's expanding role in the global electronics market.

This growth reflects India's focus on becoming a global hub for technology production, making advanced electronics more widely available and supporting the Prime Minister's goal of inclusive access to technology for all citizens, Vaishnaw said."Our electronic production has grown 6 times in the last 11 years. Today, electronics manufacturing has touched 12 lakh crore rupees. Electronic exports have increased by 8 times... Today, it has grown to 3 lakh crore rupees. India has become the second-largest manufacturer of mobile phones in the world" he said

According to official government data, India has made significant progress in mobile and electronics manufacturing, becoming the world's 2nd largest mobile manufacturing country. In 2014, India had only 2 mobile manufacturing units, but fast forward to today, the nation boasts over 300 manufacturing units, underscoring a significant expansion in this vital sector.

In 2014 -15 only 26 per cent of the mobile phones which were being sold in India were made in India, the rest were being imported. It is worth mentioning that today, 99.2 per cent of all mobile phones which are sold in India are made in India. The manufacturing value of mobile phones has surged from Rs 18,900 crore in FY14 to a staggering Rs 4,22,000 crore in FY24.

Meanwhile, Prime Minister Narendra Modi earlier today flagged off three Vande Bharat Trains - Ajni(Nagpur)-Pune Vande Bharat , KSR Bengaluru-Belgavi Vande Bharat and the Shree Mata Vaishnodevi Katra-Amritsar from KSR Bengaluru Railway station.

With these additions, the total number of Vande Bharat trains in the country will rise to 150 (75 pairs), Vaishnaw posted on X.

- ANI

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Priya S
While the growth is impressive, I hope this translates to better quality jobs for our youth. Many electronics factories still pay very low wages. Growth should benefit workers too, not just companies and exports.
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Rohit P
Amazing to see Indian brands competing globally! Just 10 years back we only had Chinese phones everywhere. Now we have homegrown brands like Lava, Micromax giving tough competition. Jai Hind!
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Sarah B
As someone who's worked in both US and Indian tech sectors, this is a game-changer. India's manufacturing quality has improved tremendously. Soon we'll see Indian brands in global top 5 smartphone makers!
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Karthik V
Good progress but we still import most components. Need to develop complete ecosystem - chips, displays, batteries made in India. That's the next challenge for Atmanirbhar Bharat!
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Nisha Z
My father worked in electronics factory in 90s when India had almost no manufacturing. Today my brother designs smartphone circuits in Bengaluru. This transformation makes me emotional. So proud of our tech growth! ❤️

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