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Policy · Updated 28 Oct, 01:45 pm IST

Vaishnaw defends India’s iPhone PLI scheme, says ‘Cope harder’

Why it matters for readers: Summarises the government's argument that the scheme brings tax revenue, jobs, and incentives despite criticism.

  • Ashwini Vaishnaw told critics to "cope harder" while defending India's manufacturing model and iPhone PLI support.1
  • Vaishnaw cited Rs 3 lakh crore in GST collections as part of his defence of the policy.1
  • He pointed to government incentives and jobs created through electronics production when explaining the scheme's benefits.1

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