Union Minister Shri Jyotiraditya M. Scindia Inaugurates Ericsson’s First India-Made Antenna Facility

Manesar :30/6/25:  Shri Jyotiraditya M. Scindia, Union Minister of Communications and Minister for Development of North Eastern Region (DONER), today inaugurated Ericsson’s state-of-the-art antenna manufacturing facility at VVDN’s Global Innovation Park in Manesar.

The inauguration ceremony was marked by the Minister activating the launch of the facility, followed by a live, two-minute walkthrough of the cutting-edge antenna production line, witnessed by a live audience and dignitaries.

Describing the event as a pivotal moment in India’s digital and manufacturing journey, Minister Scindia stated, “This is more than the launch of a manufacturing unit—it marks the birth of a facility that will power the networks of tomorrow and connect millions across the globe. It demonstrates global confidence in India’s capabilities and India’s growing confidence in its future.”

Highlighting the broader vision of the Government of India, the Minister added, “This is where global technology converges with Indian ingenuity. Under Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi’s leadership, the ‘Make in India’ mission is evolving into a ‘Make for the World’ movement.”

Emphasizing the transformative impact of global technology partnerships on India’s telecom sector, the Union Minister noted that global investments from companies like Ericsson, Apple, Google, and Qualcomm go beyond financial contributions. “They bring cutting-edge technology, world-class production standards, and extensive training capabilities for our engineers,” he said, adding that such collaborations have been instrumental in positioning Indian talent on the global stage.

Highlighting Ericsson’s contribution, Shri Scindia said the company’s initiatives—including network APIs, automation, and its Global AI Accelerator in Bengaluru—have significantly advanced India’s role in the global value chain. “As India transitions from its Amrit Kaal to its Shatabdi Kaal over the next two decades,” he stated, “this journey will not only transform India, but through India, help transform the world.”

The facility, developed in collaboration between Ericsson and VVDN Technologies, is Ericsson’s first to produce passive antennas in India for global markets. Shipments are expected to commence in July 2025. This facility is one of its kind, where more than 50% of the passive antenna production, built to meet rigorous domestic and international standards, for the domestic market will be localized, reinforcing India’s emergence as a trusted global manufacturing and innovation hub.

Union Minister Scindia also credited India’s enabling policy ecosystem for this transformation. Citing the success of the Production Linked Incentive (PLI) scheme, he noted that it has attracted over ₹4,000 crore in investment, generated ₹80,000 crore in production output, and created more than 34,000 jobs. Liberalized FDI policies and sectoral reforms have further unlocked growth with over USD 39 billion in foreign investment since 2000, and telecom now contributing nearly 7% of India’s GDP.

Supporting the development of local talent, the Department of Telecommunications’ 5G Use Case Labs—across 100 academic institutes—and Ericsson’s ‘Educate’ platform are empowering over 10,000 students with foundational knowledge in AI, IoT, and next-generation telecommunications.

Ericsson’s Head of Antenna Systems, Mikael Eriksson, remarked: “This facility is a long-term investment in Indian talent, engineering, and innovation. We are committed to building a full-spectrum antenna ecosystem here.”