NEW DELHI/BENGALORE - Apple has announced that it will significantly expand its iPhone production in India. According to the daily The Economic Times a The Times of India The company is increasing its annual capacity from 40 to 60 million units and investing about USD 2.5 billion (about CZK 52.8 billion) in the expansion. Apple CEOs have assured the Indian government that there will be no slowdown in the expansion plan or investment.
iPhone 17 to be completely manufactured outside China for the first time
According to the agency. Bloomberg Apple began manufacturing a whole new product line in India iPhone 17 - all four models. This is the first time in history that a complete premier series has not been produced in China. Five factories are involved, including new plants in Bengaluru and Tamil Nadu. Reuters adds that India already accounts for about 18 % of global iPhone production, equivalent to about one-fifth.
Foxconn and Tata Group to build new capacity
The expansion of production is based on Apple's key partners. The Times of India states that Foxconn launched a mega plant in Bengaluru at Devanahalli with an investment of around USD 2.8 billion (about CZK 59.1 billion). Economic Times adds that this is Foxconn's second largest iPhone plant outside of China. In addition to Tata Group is ramping up capacity in Tamil Nadu and is reportedly expected to account for up to half of India's iPhone production within two years.
Exports to the US are growing despite tariffs
According to Bloomberg a Economic Times India has exported iPhones for April-July 2025 alone for $7.5 billion (about CZK 158.3 billion). For the whole of the previous fiscal year it was approximately USD 22 billion (about CZK 464.2 billion). India Today a Reuters remind us that although the United States has only introduced 50% customs on selected Indian goods, consumer electronics - including iPhones - remained exempt for the time being, allowing Apple to continue exporting without restrictions.
Retail expansion in India
In addition to manufacturing, Apple is also strengthening its retail business. According to The Economic Times The company has opened new outlets in Bengaluru and Pune. By the end of 2025, there should be a total of six official Apple Stores in India. CEO Tim Cook has called India's factories some of the best in the world, and Prime Minister Narendra Modi is presenting the investments as a success of the "Make in India" program.
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