In a significant move to bolster domestic electronics production, the Indian government has officially approved seven out of 249 proposals submitted under its ambitious Electronics Components Manufacturing Scheme (ECMS). Union Electronics and IT Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw announced the approvals on Monday, October 27, 2025, marking a crucial step towards ‘Make in India’ initiatives in the tech sector.
Minister Vaishnaw highlighted the diverse range of projects greenlit, emphasizing their foundational importance. ‘Initially,’ he stated, ‘we have approved proposals focusing on the production of essential components such as printed circuit boards (PCBs) – the very base of motherboards – camera modules, vital copper laminates, and specialized polypropylene films, which are crucial for capacitors used in various consumer electronics.’ These approvals target key areas to strengthen the supply chain.
Elaborating on the economic impact, Electronics and IT Secretary S. Krishnan confirmed that these seven approved projects represent a substantial cumulative investment of ₹5,532 crore. Furthermore, these ventures are anticipated to create significant job opportunities, directly employing an estimated 5,195 individuals across various roles.
The broader Electronics Component Manufacturing Scheme (ECMS) has proven to be a major draw for investors, having attracted a staggering ₹1.15 lakh crore in total investment proposals since its inception, underscoring strong industry confidence and a robust future for electronics manufacturing in the country.
While the initial phase of the ECMS for project proposals concluded on September 30, the government continues to accept applications for capital equipment, indicating ongoing support for infrastructure development in the sector.