Daijiworld Media Network- New Delhi
New Delhi, Apr 25: In a significant boost to India’s reputation as a global manufacturing destination, tech giant Apple is reportedly planning to shift the entire assembly of iPhones meant for the US market to India by next year, a move that could redefine the global electronics supply chain.
According to a report published by the Financial Times, the decision is in line with Apple’s broader strategy to reduce its reliance on China amidst ongoing geopolitical tensions and trade uncertainty.
While the final roadmap will depend on how swiftly India can scale up its local supply chain infrastructure, initial developments are already underway. Apple’s key contract manufacturer, Foxconn, is spearheading efforts from its plant near Bengaluru, which is expected to begin full-scale operations this month. Sources reveal that the facility may eventually roll out as many as 20 million iPhone units annually.
Industry insiders told that Tamil Nadu-based Foxconn has already accounted for nearly 50 percent of Apple’s overseas shipments from India, with exports showing an impressive 40 percent year-on-year surge.
Over the past year alone, iPhones worth $22 billion have been assembled in India, placing the country firmly on Apple’s global production map. Currently, nearly 20 percent of Apple’s total iPhone output originates from India.
Adding to the momentum is the growing domestic appetite for Apple products. In the first quarter of 2025, Apple recorded its highest-ever shipment of over 3 million iPhones in India, driven largely by affordability initiatives such as no-cost EMIs, attractive cashback deals, and competitive online discounts.
Industry analysts expect Apple to sustain a robust annual growth rate of 10–15 percent in the Indian market.
Experts say the shift in manufacturing strategy underlines a broader recognition of India’s economic potential. “With production ramping up and domestic demand booming, India is no longer just a secondary market — it is fast becoming central to Apple’s global game plan,” one expert noted.
The move also aligns with Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision of ‘Make in India’, as the government continues to woo global electronics manufacturers with incentives and policy support.
If plans materialise as expected, India could soon hold the pride of assembling every iPhone sold across the United States — a testament to the country’s rising stature in the global tech ecosystem.