Scindia Inaugurates Ericsson’s First India-Based Antenna Manufacturing Facility at Manesar

Manesar: Union Minister of Communications and Minister for Development of North Eastern Region, Jyotiraditya M. Scindia, today inaugurated Ericsson’s state-of-the-art antenna manufacturing facility at VVDN Technologies’ Global Innovation Park in Manesar, Haryana. The facility marks a major milestone in India’s telecom manufacturing capabilities and is Ericsson’s first in the country to produce passive antennas for both domestic use and global markets.

The launch was marked by a ceremonial activation by Minister Scindia, followed by a live two-minute virtual walkthrough of the advanced antenna production line, viewed by dignitaries and a live audience. The new facility is set to begin global shipments by July 2025 and is expected to localize over 50% of antenna production in India, aligning with the government’s ‘Make in India’ and ‘Make for the World’ visions.

Describing the launch as a defining moment for India’s digital transformation and manufacturing potential, Scindia said, “This is more than just a manufacturing unit—it’s the beginning of a facility that will power the networks of tomorrow and connect millions worldwide. It reflects global confidence in India’s capabilities and our growing self-assurance in shaping the digital future.”

The Minister emphasized that the initiative exemplifies the convergence of global technological expertise and Indian innovation. “Under the leadership of Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, India is transitioning from being a market to becoming a manufacturing hub for the world,” he said.

Scindia further highlighted the impact of global technology partnerships, noting that companies like Ericsson, Apple, Google, and Qualcomm are not just investing capital in India, but also bringing advanced technologies, international production standards, and training platforms that are upskilling Indian engineers for global roles.

Ericsson’s contributions to India’s telecom growth, including network automation, network APIs, and the Global AI Accelerator in Bengaluru, were praised by the Minister as game-changing. “As India moves from its Amrit Kaal to its Shatabdi Kaal over the next two decades, our innovations will not only transform India but will also influence global development,” he remarked.

Built in collaboration with VVDN Technologies, the new antenna unit strengthens India’s position as a global manufacturing destination. It will serve both domestic and international telecom markets with products built to meet stringent quality and performance standards.

In his address, Scindia acknowledged India’s policy framework for enabling such industrial growth. He cited the Production Linked Incentive (PLI) scheme, which has drawn over ₹4,000 crore in investment, resulted in production output worth ₹80,000 crore, and created more than 34,000 jobs. With liberalized FDI norms and regulatory reforms, the telecom sector has attracted over USD 39 billion in investment since 2000 and now contributes nearly 7% to India’s GDP.

To further develop indigenous talent, the Department of Telecommunications is rolling out 5G Use Case Labs across 100 academic institutions. Ericsson is also training over 10,000 students through its ‘Educate’ platform, equipping them with skills in AI, IoT, and next-generation telecommunications.

Speaking at the event, Mikael Eriksson, Head of Antenna Systems at Ericsson, said, “This facility is a long-term investment in India’s engineering and innovation landscape. Our commitment is to build a full-spectrum antenna ecosystem right here in India.”