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Apple may revive plans to manufacture iPads in India, encouraged by the government’s efforts to attract more supply chains.
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The company is seeking a new manufacturing partner after its previous attempt with BYD was halted due to government restrictions.
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Apple has shared “big plans” for India, including expanding its supply chain and potentially producing laptops and desktops in the country.
Apple is considering restarting its plans to manufacture iPads in India, according to sources familiar with the company’s plans. The move comes as the Indian government continues to push for more supply chains to be established in the country. Apple’s previous attempt to partner with China’s BYD to produce iPads in India was halted due to government restrictions related to geopolitical concerns.
The Indian government is keen to attract more technology companies like Apple to set up manufacturing facilities in the country. A senior government official revealed that Apple has shared its plans for the next two to three years, which include expanding its supply chain and potentially producing laptops and desktops in India. The official expressed optimism about Apple’s growth prospects in India, predicting “substantial growth” in the coming years.
The development is a significant boost to India’s efforts to become a major manufacturing hub for technology companies. Apple’s decision to restart its iPad manufacturing plans in India could pave the way for other companies to follow suit, creating new opportunities for growth and employment in the country.
