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Mint Quick Edit | The finance minister's call to imagine and not just make in India mustn't fall on deaf ears

IN · 2026-09-23

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Key takeaway

Finance Minister urges Indian industry to shift from 'Made in India' to 'Imagined in India', prioritizing innovation.

  1. Step 1 · The triggerThe Finance Minister signals a shift from 'Made in India' to 'Imagined in India', prioritizing innovation and original product design.
  2. Step 2 · Knock-onIndian industry increases investment in R&D and product development, raising demand for skilled labour and shifting value from assembly to innovation.
  3. Step 3 · Reaches youIndian SMEs in manufacturing and technology face new incentives and competitive pressures to innovate, impacting their input mix and operational focus.

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Source: livemint.com

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