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Production Linked Incentive (PLI)

Performance-linked incentive scheme to boost domestic manufacturing and export. Covers 14 key sectors.

01

Objective

To make India a global manufacturing hub (Atmanirbhar Bharat). Reduce import dependence. Create employment.

02

Mechanism

Incentives calculated on incremental sales (over base year) of goods manufactured in India. Range 4% to 6%.

03

Key Sectors

Electronics, Automobiles, Pharma, Textiles, Food Processing, Solar PV, ACC Battery, Drones.

04

Financial Outlay

Rs 1.97 Lakh Crore committed over 5 years. Administered by respective ministries.

05

Impact

Surge in mobile manufacturing (Apple/Samsung). Boost to generic drugs. Kickstarting EV ecosystem.

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Relevance: GS-3: Industry, Manufacturing, Make in India
Last Updated: 2024-12-28