Apple CEO Tim Cook’s recent statement that the majority of iPhones sold in the U.S. during the June quarter will originate from India is a landmark moment for our country and the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. For decades, our country has aspired to move up the value chain in global manufacturing. Now, as the world’s most valuable technology company increasingly leans on India for high-end manufacturing, the benefits to the Indian economy—both tangible and intangible—are immense. At the most basic level, this shift signals a major boost for India’s electronics manufacturing sector. Apple’s decision to manufacture iPhones in India through partners like Foxconn and Pegatron brings with it an influx of investment, jobs, and technological know-how. Unlike many other assembly operations, iPhone production is high-precision and demands a skilled workforce. This push will therefore stimulate demand for more technical training, upskilling programs, and a broader professional ecosystem that can support high-end manufacturing. Moreover, India is not just replacing China in Apple’s supply chain by default. The shift comes at a time when the world’s geopolitical landscape is rapidly evolving, especially amid increasing U.S.-China trade tensions. Apple’s move to diversify its production base reflects a calculated bet on our political stability, improving infrastructure, and pro-business reforms under PM Modi. Initiatives like ‘Make in India’, production-linked incentive (PLI) schemes, and easing of regulatory red tape are finally bearing fruit. With Apple’s success, other global giants are likely to follow suit, setting off a domino effect that could redefine India’s position in global supply chains. From an economic standpoint, increased manufacturing will directly contribute to GDP growth, enhance export capacity, and reduce the current account deficit. The production of iPhones also opens the door for the country to move toward more comprehensive electronics design and innovation, rather than merely serving as a low-cost assembly hub. There are also significant soft power implications. When consumers in the U.S. or Europe use an iPhone “Made in India,” it reshapes global perceptions of the country’s capabilities. India, long seen as a service-driven economy, is now emerging as a competent player in the hardware space—capable of matching the quality and scale of more established manufacturing giants. However, it is important to note that Tim Cook also expressed caution about the long-term outlook due to the evolving U.S.-China trade dynamics. We must use this window of opportunity wisely. Continued policy consistency, better infrastructure, and workforce readiness will be key to sustaining and expanding this momentum. Apple’s growing reliance on India for iPhone production is more than just a business decision—it is a powerful endorsement of our manufacturing potential and a step toward reshaping the country’s economic future.