The minister of communications has inaugurated Ericsson’s state-of-the-art antenna manufacturing facility at Manesar. Describing the event as a pivotal moment in India’s digital and manufacturing journey, the minister stated, “This is more than the launch of a manufacturing unit, it marks the birth of a facility that will power the networks of tomorrow and connect millions across the globe. It demonstrates global confidence in India’s capabilities and India’s growing confidence in its future.”
Highlighting the broader vision of the government of India, the minister added, “This is where global technology converges with Indian ingenuity. Under the prime minister’s leadership, the ‘Make in India’ mission is evolving into a ‘Make for the World’ movement.”
Further emphasising the transformative impact of global technology partnerships on India’s telecom sector, the minister noted that global investments from companies like Ericsson, Apple, Google, and Qualcomm go beyond financial contributions. “They bring cutting-edge technology, world-class production standards, and extensive training capabilities for our engineers,” he said, adding that such collaborations have been instrumental in positioning Indian talent on the global stage.
Highlighting Ericsson’s contribution, the minister further said the company’s initiatives, including network application programming interface (APIs), automation, and its Global AI Accelerator in Bengaluru, have significantly advanced India’s role in the global value chain. “As India transitions from its Amrit Kaal to its Shatabdi Kaal over the next two decades,” he stated, “this journey will not only transform India, but through India, help transform the world.”
Furthermore, the minister credited India’s enabling policy ecosystem for this transformation. Citing the success of the production linked incentive (PLI) scheme, he noted that it has attracted over Rs 40 billion in investment, generated Rs 800 billion in production output, and created more than 34,000 jobs. Liberalised foreign direct investment (FDI) policies and sectoral reforms have further unlocked growth with over USD 39 billion in foreign investment since 2000, and telecom now contributing nearly 7 per cent of India’s GDP.
