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16 Critical Imports Targeted for Local Production
14 Dec, 2025
Summary
- 16 imported items identified for domestic manufacturing roadmap.
- Subsea cables and specialized steel sheets are among critical imports.
- Goal is to achieve self-sufficiency in the power sector.
The Indian Power Ministry has pinpointed 16 highly critical imported items, including subsea cables and specialized coated steel sheets, as part of a strategic roadmap to achieve domestic self-sufficiency. This initiative, led by the Central Electricity Authority in collaboration with industry associations and manufacturers, prioritizes items with high import dependency.
The identified components are currently imported due to technological gaps, limited domestic capacity, or scale challenges. Localizing their production is seen as vital to mitigate vulnerabilities to global supply-chain disruptions and price volatility, thereby enhancing India's energy security and grid resilience.
This effort directly supports the Atmanirbhar Bharat vision by boosting domestic manufacturing, conserving foreign exchange, and fostering industry-academia collaboration. The identified critical items will form the basis for targeted policy interventions, including production-linked incentives and public procurement support.
