Electronics – India Pushes for Stable Policies to Expand Global Electronics Exports

Electronics –  India’s efforts to strengthen its electronics manufacturing sector received renewed attention as senior government officials and industry representatives discussed measures to improve export performance and attract greater participation in global supply chains.

Commerce Secretary Rajesh Agrawal said that India needs a predictable and stable policy environment to encourage global value chains to increase their manufacturing presence in the country. Addressing a Chintan Shivir organised by the Department of Commerce, he highlighted that consistency in government policies is essential for companies making long-term investment decisions in the rapidly expanding electronics industry.

Focus on Export-Oriented Manufacturing

Agrawal explained that manufacturing strategies designed to serve domestic demand may not always be suitable for businesses targeting international markets. According to him, export-driven production requires dedicated policy support that aligns with the expectations of global manufacturers and supply chain partners. He said the objective is to create a business ecosystem that helps India emerge as a leading destination for electronics production and exports.

The Chintan Shivir was organised to encourage meaningful discussions among policymakers, industry experts and other stakeholders. The goal was to develop practical and balanced recommendations that can strengthen India’s competitiveness in the global electronics sector while supporting sustainable industrial growth.

Industry and Government Discuss Future Roadmap

The event brought together senior officials from various government departments, business leaders and policy specialists to examine the changing landscape of electronics manufacturing in India. Discussions centred on identifying opportunities that could help the country improve its position in international markets.

During the sessions, participants reviewed India’s long-term strategy to achieve electronics exports worth 150 billion dollars by 2030. Presentations also focused on expanding the domestic semiconductor ecosystem and increasing the production of electronic components that are essential for building a stronger manufacturing base.

Opportunities Across Key Electronics Segments

Experts highlighted growth potential in several product categories, including smartphones, servers, specialised electronic equipment and components. These discussions helped identify policy priorities that could support long-term investment, improve manufacturing capabilities and enhance India’s export competitiveness in high-value technology sectors.

Participants agreed that strengthening the domestic supply chain will play an important role in achieving future export targets. They noted that a supportive regulatory framework and improved industrial capabilities could help Indian manufacturers become more competitive in international markets.

MSMEs Seen as Vital to Global Supply Chains

A major area of discussion was the role of micro, small and medium enterprises in expanding India’s presence within global value chains. Industry representatives pointed out that these networks account for nearly 90 percent of worldwide electronics trade, making MSME participation essential for sustained growth.

Experts said that integrating smaller businesses into international supply chains would enable them to become reliable suppliers for large manufacturers while creating new business opportunities across the sector.

Trade Facilitation and Export Promotion

Participants also discussed the need to improve coordination between Customs authorities and exporters. Better alignment of Harmonized System (HS) Codes was identified as an important step to reduce product classification errors and make export procedures more efficient.

Special Secretary in the Department of Commerce Suchindra Misra said that stronger marketing initiatives are necessary to increase the visibility and acceptance of Indian electronics products in important overseas markets. He added that sustained promotional efforts can help maintain export growth over the coming years.

Misra also said that the Indian Institute of Foreign Trade is preparing specialised training programmes for exporters. Feedback from industry stakeholders will help refine these courses, enabling businesses to better understand trade agreements, international market access and changing global demand trends.