EconomyFriday, 25 September 2026·The Hindu - National
Make in India at 12: limited gains in manufacturing growth, jobs and exports
A September 25, 2026 review of the 2014 Make in India campaign found that manufacturing’s share in growth, employment and global exports has stayed largely unchanged.
Key highlights
Direct fact
On September 25, 2026, a review of the Make in India campaign launched on September 25, 2014 showed that India’s manufacturing sector has not significantly increased its share in growth, employment or global exports over 12 years.
Key specifics
- Make in India was launched on September 25, 2014.
- The review measured performance across 12 metrics.
- The period covered 12 years of the campaign.
- Manufacturing’s share in India’s economic growth remained largely the same.
- Recent incentive schemes showed gains only in a handful of sectors.
Exam lens
Economy and industrial policy question, Make in India launch date 2014, 12 metrics, limited impact on growth, employment and exports; TNPSC may ask which flagship initiative was assessed after 12 years.