Rahul Gandhi Questions Outcomes of ‘Make in India’ Amid Economic Concerns
New Delhi, June 21, 2025 – Congress leader Rahul Gandhi launched a pointed critique of the Modi government’s “Make in India” initiative, raising doubts over its actual impact on India’s economy, particularly in the manufacturing sector and youth employment.
While addressing the public on Saturday, Gandhi claimed that the program, which was introduced with much fanfare in 2014 to transform India into a global manufacturing hub, has failed to meet its objectives. He cited data suggesting that the manufacturing sector now contributes only 14% to the national economy — a decline from its earlier levels.
He expressed concern over the growing job crisis, especially among the youth, and questioned why unemployment rates remain high despite promises of industrial growth. “If factories were supposed to flourish under this scheme, why are job opportunities shrinking instead of expanding?” he asked.
Gandhi also drew attention to the sharp rise in imports from China, arguing that this trend contradicts the goals of building domestic production capacity. He criticized the government for focusing on marketing slogans rather than implementing concrete solutions to address real economic issues.
Posting on platform X, Gandhi challenged the effectiveness of the policy and accused the Prime Minister of relying on publicity instead of performance. He stated that despite over a decade of promotion, the initiative hasn’t delivered the promised manufacturing boom or job creation.
As economic challenges deepen, Gandhi’s remarks add to the broader national debate on policy execution and the future of industrial development in India.
