Last mentioned: Mar 13, 2026
New Incentives Announced
Indian government reveals plans for fresh incentives to boost high-value component manufacturing.
25% Production Milestone
Reports confirm that 1 in 4 iPhones globally are now manufactured in India.
iPhone 17 Production
India-based facilities begin simultaneous production of the iPhone 17 alongside China.
iPhone 16 Pro Launch
For the first time, India begins assembling flagship Pro models simultaneously with Chinese facilities.
Tata Enters iPhone Assembly
Tata Group acquires Wistron's India operations, becoming the first Indian iPhone assembler.
Retail Expansion
Apple opens its first official retail stores in Mumbai and Delhi as Indian sales reach record highs.
PLI Scheme Implementation
India launches the $6.7 billion Production Linked Incentive scheme to boost domestic electronics manufacturing.
PLI Scheme Launch
India introduces the first Production Linked Incentive scheme for large-scale electronics.
Indian Assembly Begins
Apple starts local assembly of the iPhone SE in Bengaluru, marking its first manufacturing step in India.
The Indian government is preparing a new wave of production-linked incentives to deepen the manufacturing footprints of Apple and Samsung. This regulatory push aims to transition India from a final-assembly hub into a high-value component manufacturing powerhouse.
Apple has reached a critical threshold in its supply chain diversification, with 25% of all iPhones now manufactured in India. This acceleration underscores the tech giant's aggressive 'China Plus One' strategy and India's rising status as a global electronics hub.
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