India Eyes Self-Reliance in Polysilicon Manufacturing with New PLI Scheme
India Eyes Self-Reliance in Polysilicon Manufacturing with New PLI Scheme
IN · Published Aug 9, 2026
The Indian government is considering a Production Linked Incentive (PLI) scheme to boost domestic polysilicon manufacturing, a critical material for solar photovoltaic panels, semiconductors, and microchips.
Currently, India imports 90% of its polysilicon from China, which impacts foreign exchange and limits local manufacturing.

Impact & Risks

The PLI scheme could significantly reduce India's reliance on Chinese imports, boosting domestic manufacturing and creating jobs in the renewable energy sector. However, challenges such as high initial investment costs, technological barriers, and global competition, particularly from China, could pose risks to the success of the initiative.

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