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PLI Scheme White Goods
Context
The Union government has reopened the application window for the PLI scheme for white goods (ACs and LED lights) from September 15 to October 14, 2025, to encourage further investments.
Objective of PLI Scheme for White Goods:
- Launched in April 2021, approved by Union Cabinet, the scheme aims to boost domestic manufacturing of components and sub-assemblies of Air Conditioners (ACs) and LED lights.
- Encourages production of components not currently manufactured in India at sufficient scale.
Significance:
- Market Growth & Industry Confidence: Success of earlier rounds has led to increased interest from manufacturers.
- Investment Promotion: 83 applicants with committed investment of ?10,406 crore have already been selected.
- Value Chain Development: Supports manufacturing across the complete AC and LED components chain, strengthening India’s self-reliance in white goods.
- Inclusivity: Both new applicants and existing beneficiaries seeking to invest more are eligible.
Implementation:
- Application window: 15 September – 14 October 2025.
- Administered by the Ministry of Commerce and Industry.
- Incentives are performance-linked, encouraging large-scale production, employment generation, and import substitution.
Economic & Strategic Importance:
- Reduces India’s dependence on imports for AC and LED components.
- Enhances the Make in India initiative and strengthens domestic manufacturing capabilities.
- Encourages technology transfer and innovation in white goods manufacturing.
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