Market Trends of India Manufacturing Industry
Growing Government Spending is Expected to Boost the Market’s Growth
Manufacturing has emerged as one of India's high-growth markets. The government launched the 'Make in India' program to place the country on the map as a manufacturing hub and give global recognition to the economy. For instance, Wistron Corp. collaborated with India's Optiemus Electronics to manufacture products such as laptops and smartphones, significantly boosting the 'Make in India' initiative and electronics manufacturing in the country.
The government has taken several initiatives to promote a healthy environment for the growth of the market. In the Union Budget, the government allocated INR 2,403 crores (USD 315 million) to the promotion of electronics and IT hardware manufacturing. The PLI for semiconductor manufacturing was set at INR 760 billion (USD 9.71 billion) to make India one of the major global producers of this crucial component.
India's manufacturing market is experiencing rapid growth, driven by the expanding population. Increased investments and initiatives like 'Make in India' have positioned the country as a global manufacturing hub. In FY 2023, the manufacturing market saw an annual production growth rate of 4.7%.
Although the gross value added by the manufacturing sector has been steadily increasing, it still lags behind the services sector. However, with the potential of a vast consumer base, global giants like Siemens, HTC, and Toshiba have either established or are in the process of establishing manufacturing facilities in the region. Apple has also initiated operations in India, diversifying its production away from China.
Micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) play a crucial role in India's transition from an agriculture-based economy to an industrialized one. The contribution of MSMEs to India's GDP has remained stable in recent years, highlighting their importance in driving economic growth and job creation.
Growth of the Automotive Industry is Driving the Market
India holds a prominent position in the global heavy vehicles market, as it is the largest producer of tractors, the second-largest manufacturer of buses, and the third-largest producer of heavy trucks globally. In FY 2022, India's automobile production amounted to 22.93 million vehicles, indicating a robust domestic demand and significant export potential.
In November 2023, total passenger vehicle sales amounted to 334,130 units, marking a slight increase of 3.7% compared to November 2022. This surge represented the highest sales recorded for passenger vehicles in November. In FY 2023, India's automobile exports totaled 4,761,487 units, further demonstrating the country's strong presence in the global automotive market.
Two-wheelers are the dominant vehicle type manufactured in India, constituting the majority of automobiles sold domestically. This category includes motorcycles, scooters, and mopeds. The future growth trajectory of this sector is anticipated to be driven by electric scooters and motorcycles, with many major manufacturers venturing into electric vehicle production.
For instance, in January 2023, Mahindra and Mahindra Ltd, a leading automotive company in India, announced the approval of their investment of INR 10,000 crores (USD 1,226.74 million) for electric vehicles under the government of Maharashtra’s industrial promotion scheme for electric vehicles.
