With the iPhone 17 launch on the horizon, Apple’s India-centric manufacturing strategy is gaining serious momentum. In a major move, Foxconn—Apple’s largest supplier—has announced a $1.5 billion investment in India, reinforcing the country’s growing importance in the tech giant’s global supply chain.
The investment will be routed through Foxconn’s Singapore-based subsidiary, according to recent stock exchange filings reviewed by Bloomberg. The funding aims to scale up iPhone manufacturing in India, helping Apple further reduce its dependence on China amid rising geopolitical uncertainties and evolving trade policies.
📍 Devanahalli Plant Near Bengaluru Almost Ready
Karnataka’s Minister for Industries, M. B. Patil, revealed that the Foxconn plant at the Devanahalli ITIR zone near Bengaluru is nearing completion. The facility is expected to begin exporting iPhones to the U.S. as early as June, marking a significant milestone for both Apple and India’s electronics manufacturing sector.
Patil posted the update on X (formerly Twitter), highlighting the project’s role in boosting foreign investments, generating employment, and placing Karnataka firmly on the global manufacturing map.
🌍 India’s Strategic Role in Apple’s Supply Chain
This move is part of Apple’s larger strategy to diversify production away from China, which has faced supply chain disruptions due to COVID-19, trade tensions, and restrictive tariffs introduced during Donald Trump’s presidency.
While former U.S. President Donald Trump had previously criticized Apple’s expansion in India—stating that such growth should be focused solely on the Indian market—the latest developments reflect a growing confidence in India’s manufacturing capabilities.
🚀 What This Means for India and Apple
Foxconn’s fresh infusion of capital:
- Reinforces India as a critical iPhone manufacturing base
- Supports Apple’s long-term diversification strategy
- Enhances India’s appeal as a tech and electronics manufacturing hub
- Prepares ground for global iPhone exports from Indian soil
With the iPhone 17 launch anticipated later this year, these strategic moves may pave the way for India-made iPhones to hit shelves across the globe, underscoring the nation’s growing influence in Apple’s global operations.
