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Only 28% of PLI Employment Target Met by FY26, Says NITI Aayog Report
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What Happened?
India's production-linked incentive schemes have achieved only 28% of their targeted employment generation by FY26, despite mobilizing 76% of the investment target, according to NITI Aayog's assessment.
Key points
- The PLI schemes have generated 849,069 jobs against a target of 3 million by FY26.
- Investment mobilization reached ₹2.4 trillion out of a target of ₹3.15 trillion.
- Production achieved is around ₹22.66 trillion, or 64% of the ₹35.38 trillion target.
- The report highlights uneven job creation despite significant investment mobilization.
- Four sectors are on track: electronics, pharmaceuticals, telecommunications, and food products.
- Annual employment performance varied, peaking at 156% of the target in 2024-25.
Key insights
- The divergence between employment generation and investment indicates potential inefficiencies in the PLI schemes.
- Future PLI schemes may need to incorporate demand-side measures for sustainable growth.
- Understanding sector-specific constraints can lead to more targeted policy designs.
Why it matters
The report highlights the need for refining PLI schemes to enhance long-term effectiveness in job creation.
Source
Business Standard
