Is Now the Best Time to Invest, Innovate, and ‘Make in India’?

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Key Takeaways
- Investment Opportunities: India is ripe for investment across multiple sectors.
- Technological Leadership: Emphasis on semiconductors and mobile manufacturing.
- Data Hub Potential: India can become a global leader in data management and security.
- Reforms and Growth: Ongoing reforms are creating an investor-friendly environment.
- Startup Ecosystem: Startups are crucial in driving innovation and competitiveness.
New Delhi, Oct 8 (NationPress) Prime Minister Narendra Modi declared that this is the optimal moment for investment, innovation, and the ‘Make in India’ initiative, emphasizing the nation’s expanding prospects in manufacturing, technology, and digital infrastructure.
During his address at the India Mobile Congress (IMC) 2025, PM Modi highlighted India’s preparedness to tackle global challenges and its ambition to become a significant player in burgeoning sectors such as semiconductors, mobile production, and data security.
The Prime Minister pointed out that any disruptions in the global supply chain create an opportunity for India to step up and offer solutions.
“To enhance the country’s semiconductor capabilities, we are establishing 10 semiconductor manufacturing units,” PM Modi stated.
He also urged advancements in chipsets and other mobile components.
As the world increasingly generates vast amounts of data, he stressed that storage security and data sovereignty will gain paramount importance.
“India has the capacity to emerge as a global data hub, bolstered by robust digital connectivity and affordable data -- with 1GB costing as low as a cup of tea,” the Prime Minister remarked.
He emphasized that digital connectivity is a necessity in the modern world, not merely a privilege.
PM Modi attributed India’s democratic framework, warm approach, and ease of doing business as factors that make the country an attractive destination for investors.
Reflecting on the last ten years, he underscored the need for a modern legal framework to support India’s swift digital and technological evolution.
According to the Prime Minister, India’s innovators and industries have a significant responsibility, and startups will be pivotal in enhancing growth, innovation, and global competitiveness.
“From manufacturing to electronics and semiconductors, India is brimming with opportunities and enthusiasm to take the lead in the global technology landscape,” he proclaimed.
PM Modi reiterated that the nation is intensifying reforms, making this the perfect time for investment, innovation, and the creation of a strong, self-reliant India.