India outperformed neighbor in exporting smartphones to US: Ashwini Vaishnaw
What's the story
India has surpassed its neighbor in exporting smartphones to the US, Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw announced on Saturday. He called it a major achievement for the country and said that around 20% of some of the world's largest companies' manufacturing is now done in India. The announcement comes as part of India's push to become a global hub for smartphone manufacturing.
Export surge
Smartphone exports surge by 60% in H1
India's smartphone exports witnessed a massive 60% jump in the first half of the current fiscal year, hitting $13.5 billion. This is a huge increase from $8.5 billion during the same period last year. The iPhone 17 launch has played a major role in this growth, with shipments witnessing an impressive 95% year-on-year (YoY) increase just in September alone.
Brand impact
Apple drives growth
Apple has been a major contributor to India's smartphone export growth. The company has ramped up production in India, accounting for nearly 20% of total manufacturing for some of the world's biggest brands. This is largely due to government initiatives like Make in India and Production Linked Incentives (PLI), which have reshaped the electronics sector in the country.
Information
India tops Canalys report
A report by Canalys has confirmed that India surpassed China as the top smartphone supplier to the US in Q2 2025. This is a major milestone for Indian manufacturing and highlights how government support is helping local tech companies gain a foothold in global markets.