Dr Pemmasani Chandra Sekhar, Minister of State for Communications and Rural Development, stated that India’s production-linked incentive (PLI) initiative in the telecom sector has delivered measurable results, generating substantial employment and export revenue, while attending a Rozgar Mela in Tamil Nadu.
Dr Chandra Sekhar highlighted that the PLI scheme has supported the creation of 25,000 manufacturing jobs in the telecom ecosystem and enabled exports worth ₹13,000 crore. He noted that the scheme is contributing to broader government goals of economic expansion and self-reliance.
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The minister framed the achievement within the context of India’s evolving industrial landscape, where initiatives like Skill India, Make in India and Digital India have helped prepare a skilled workforce and strengthen domestic manufacturing capabilities.
He further mentioned that the Rozgar Mela goes beyond issuing just appointment letters; it further provides dignity in work and equitable growth. By linking training, employment and entrepreneurship, the event is designed to empower young professionals to contribute to India’s growth story.
In his address, the minister also pointed to Tamil Nadu’s contributions as a hub of industry and talent. He noted that Chennai accounts for more than 10% of India’s automobile exports and that the state’s information technology sector employs over six lakh people, reflecting the region’s diverse economic strength.
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Beyond the immediate outcomes of the PLI scheme, Dr Chandra Sekhar threw light on the broader distribution of employment opportunities. He said that more than 10 lakh appointment letters have been issued nationwide through Rozgar Mela initiatives to date, and some 51,000 positions are being filled under the current phase of the programme.
