India’s Engineering Exports Up 60% Since 2014, Reflecting ‘Make in India’ Success: Piyush Goyal
India’s engineering goods exports have risen by 60% since 2014, a milestone highlighted by Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal on Friday as a direct outcome of the government’s ‘Make in India’ initiative.
“India on the rise! Since 2014, under the Narendra Modi government, engineering goods’ exports have surged by 60 per cent, reflecting robust ‘Make in India’ success,” Goyal posted on social media platform X.
This growth mirrors India’s broader industrial recovery and export performance. As per recent data from the Ministry of Statistics, industrial production grew by 2.7% year-on-year in April 2025, signaling consistent progress in key sectors.
Manufacturing Momentum and Sectoral Gains
The manufacturing sector, which plays a central role in India’s economic expansion, recorded a 3.4% rise in April, improving from 3% growth in March. Among the top-performing segments were:
Basic metals
Motor vehicles
Machinery and equipment, which saw a 17% growth, driven by strong domestic and international demand
A notable 20.3% rise in capital goods output—tools and equipment used in infrastructure and industrial projects—suggests growing investment sentiment and future job creation potential.
At the same time, consumer confidence remains resilient. The output of durable goods, including electronics and appliances, rose 6.4%, indicating healthy consumption trends.
Infrastructure Push Driving Industrial Growth
India’s infrastructure development efforts continue to boost industrial sectors. The infrastructure and construction goods segment grew by 4% in April, supported by substantial public investment in highways, railways, ports, and logistics.
This aligns with the government’s strategy to modernize infrastructure while enhancing manufacturing competitiveness and export capability.
With the global demand for high-quality engineering products on the rise, India’s consistent improvement in industrial output and export performance positions the country strongly for future economic gains.
