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35 Firms Commit to Boost India’s Specialty Steel Manufacturing

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Business 24 Mar 2025 10:38 AM IST Economic Times

✅ ₹25,200 Cr investment pledged under PLI’s second round.
✅ 35 firms to enhance specialty steel production.
✅ Scheme to boost exports, jobs, and domestic steel growth.

The Indian government announced that 35 companies have pledged an investment of ₹25,200 crore under the second round of the Production-Linked Incentive (PLI) scheme for specialty steel. This initiative aims to boost domestic manufacturing, reduce imports, and strengthen India's position in the global steel market.

Key Highlights

  • 35 firms have committed to expanding production under the PLI scheme.
  • The investment focuses on high-grade and value-added steel production.
  • The scheme is expected to create employment opportunities and enhance India's steel export potential.

Government's Vision

  • Reduce import dependency on specialty steel.
  • Strengthen domestic steel manufacturing and innovation.
  • Support India’s ambition to become a global steel powerhouse.

The PLI scheme is set to drive self-reliance in the steel sector, ensuring higher efficiency and competitiveness in the international market.