Make in India and Manufacturing Policy — Current Affairs 2026

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India's Semiconductor Mission and PLI Scheme for Electronics Manufacturing

December 2024

The government approved the India Semiconductor Mission with an outlay of ₹76,000 crore, representing the evolution of Make in India towards high-tech manufacturing. This initiative specifically targets semiconductor fabrication, display manufacturing, and compound semiconductors - sectors critical for electronics manufacturing under Make in India. The PLI scheme for electronics has attracted investments from Apple suppliers like Foxconn and Wistron, demonstrating Make in India's success in attracting global supply chains. The semiconductor mission addresses a critical gap in India's electronics manufacturing ecosystem, moving beyond assembly to chip design and fabrication.

UPSC Angle: Questions likely on India's semiconductor strategy, comparison with global semiconductor policies, integration with Make in India objectives, and implications for Atmanirbhar Bharat. Expect analysis-based questions on supply chain resilience and strategic autonomy.

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Green Hydrogen Mission and Manufacturing Policy Integration

January 2024

The National Green Hydrogen Mission with ₹19,744 crore allocation represents Make in India's evolution towards sustainable manufacturing. The mission aims to make India a global hub for green hydrogen production and export, integrating with renewable energy manufacturing under Make in India. This connects to the broader theme of green manufacturing and India's climate commitments. The policy includes PLI schemes for electrolyzer manufacturing and green hydrogen production, demonstrating how Make in India adapts to global trends towards clean energy and sustainable manufacturing.

UPSC Angle: Expected questions on green manufacturing policies, integration of climate goals with industrial policy, comparison with global green hydrogen strategies, and implications for India's energy security and manufacturing competitiveness.