President Droupadi Murmu has urged India to view the hurdles of global trade not as setbacks but as stepping stones toward greater opportunity. Speaking at the platinum jubilee celebrations of the Engineering Export Promotion Council (EEPC) on September 8, 2025, she emphasized that India’s resilience and innovative capabilities can transform international trade challenges into avenues of growth.
Reflecting on the journey of Indian engineering exports, the President noted how the industry’s global footprint has dramatically evolved over the past seventy years. She pointed out that despite recurring disruptions in global supply chains and international trade, India’s engineering exports have grown significantly. In the last decade alone, exports surged from about $70 billion to over $115 billion, underscoring the sector’s adaptability and strength.
Murmu highlighted that India’s biggest advantage lies in delivering world-class engineering products and services at competitive prices. She credited the EEPC with being a critical bridge between Indian producers and global markets. With shifting economic landscapes and new trade alignments worldwide, she said the council’s role has become even more vital in ensuring India maintains a robust presence in global commerce.
Looking ahead, the President urged EEPC stakeholders to expand India’s role in the global value chain. She stressed the need for the right ecosystem, policies, and incentives to position India as a Global Innovation Centre. By doing so, India can not only sustain its export growth but also lead innovation across industries.
She further noted that many of the world’s largest corporations have already established Global Capability Centres in India. This, she said, demonstrates the country’s strong potential to become an innovation-driven economy. Murmu called upon EEPC members and industry leaders to pledge themselves toward building India into a hub of technological advancement and global competitiveness.
Concluding her address, she reiterated the importance of working with a “Nation First” spirit. By aligning national goals with global opportunities, India’s engineering sector can cement its place as a leader in both value and innovation. The President’s remarks served as both a celebration of past progress and a roadmap for India’s future role in international trade and innovation.
