New Delhi, October 27, 2025: The Government of India has approved the first batch of seven projects under the Electronics Components Manufacturing Scheme (ECMS), with a total investment of ₹5,532 crore. These projects are expected to generate production worth ₹36,559 crore and create over 5,100 direct jobs.
Key Locations and Impact
- The approved units are located in Tamil Nadu (5), Andhra Pradesh (1), and Madhya Pradesh (1).
- The initiative supports balanced regional growth and expands high-tech manufacturing beyond major cities.
India Approves ₹5,532 Crore Investment for Electronics Components Manufacturing
Union Minister for Electronics and IT, Ashwini Vaishnaw, stated that the new units will:
- Fulfill 100% of India’s demand for Copper Clad Laminates
- Meet 20% of the demand for Printed Circuit Boards (PCBs)
- Cover 15% of Camera Module requirements
- Export 60% of their total production
Components to Be Manufactured
The projects will focus on:
- High-Density Interconnect (HDI) PCBs
- Multi-Layer PCBs
- Camera Modules
- Copper Clad Laminates
- Polypropylene Films
These electronic components are essential for smartphones, laptops, drones, medical devices, and automotive systems.
Strategic Shift in Manufacturing
India will now produce Copper Clad Laminates and Polypropylene Films domestically for the first time. These materials are crucial for making PCBs and capacitors used in various electronic and industrial applications.
Industry Response and Future Outlook
The ECMS has attracted 249 applications, representing:
- ₹1.15 lakh crore in proposed investment
- ₹10.34 lakh crore in projected production
- 1.42 lakh potential jobs
The ECMS scheme complements existing initiatives like the Production Linked Incentive (PLI) and the India Semiconductor Mission (ISM), aiming to build a complete electronics manufacturing ecosystem.
