Apple has expanded its Indian supply chain to include around 45 companies covering assembly, components, and subassembly. The expansion is expected to create approximately 3.5 lakh (350,000) jobs, with 1.2 lakh being direct employment opportunities.
This strategy aligns with Apple’s broader diversification away from China and indicates India’s emerging role as a critical node in global electronics manufacturing. The expansion is particularly significant for the smartphone and electronics segment, emphasizing localization and scaling of production capabilities.
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India is becoming a key manufacturing hub for global electronics firms, supporting supply chain diversification and job creation across assembly and components.