Tata Is Working on the ‘Biggest’ iPhone Factory in Tamil Nadu: Report
Tata Group, the massive Indian conglomerate, is looking to strengthen its ties with Apple, helping them expand their manufacturing operations in the country. The latest report (via Bloomberg) has detailed Tata and Apple’s plans, which reveal that India’sbiggest factory for iPhoneproduction is being constructed by TatainTamil Nadu.
Tata is reportedly taking an aggressive approach to expand Apple’s operations in India. Increased production of iPhone cases and more retail outlets of Apple are also in the works. The new Tamil Nadu-based iPhone plant is said to be yet another step in the diversification of iPhone production. Previously, iPhone manufacturing was mostly happening through plants in China.
The new iPhone factory in Tamil Nadu is said to be ‘the biggest’ yet, marking a key moment between Apple and Tata Group’s strategic partnership. The new assembly plant is expected to receive various government subsidies. Ever since the introduction of Production-Linked Incentives (PLIs), major suppliers have increased their adoption rate too.
Reportedly, Apple along with its suppliers intends to manufacture over 50 million iPhones annually in India. These plans are said to come to fruition in the next two to three years. Apart from this, the Indian Government also offers several incentives to top tech companies, further motivating them to increase their presence in India.
Aside from the upcoming plant in Tamil Nadu, there is aniPhone assembly unit in Karnatakawhich is also managed by the Tata Group.
What are your thoughts on the partnership between Apple and Tata? Do you think iPhone prices in India will reduce, as Apple grows its production capacity in the country? Let us know your opinions in the comments below!
Satyam Kumar
Highly passionate about technology. Major expertise in PC hardware, the VR industry, esports-centric gear, and other gadgets. In my spare time, I’m usually researching exciting hardware breakthroughs or playing competitive games.
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