Global Sources · 15 Oct, 09:02 · Technology briefing

India plans 20-25 year roadmap to reduce critical technology dependencies

India has announced a comprehensive twenty to twenty-five year strategic roadmap aimed at significantly reducing its reliance on foreign technology.

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India has announced a comprehensive twenty to twenty-five year strategic roadmap aimed at significantly reducing its reliance on foreign technology. This long-term initiative focuses on building domestic capabilities in critical sectors to enhance national security and economic resilience. The plan signals a major shift towards self-reliance, encouraging local innovation and manufacturing. For professionals, this indicates a sustained period of growth in indigenous tech development. The government intends to foster an ecosystem where homegrown solutions replace imported dependencies, creating new opportunities for skilled workers across engineering, software development, and strategic planning disciplines within the Indian market.

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You should view this policy shift as a definitive signal to invest in domestic technology sectors. Skills in core engineering, software architecture, and strategic project management will see heightened demand as companies pivot to local solutions. Professionals in supply chain and manufacturing must adapt to new compliance and sourcing standards. You should prioritise upskilling in areas that support indigenous innovation, such as advanced manufacturing processes or secure software development. Network with organisations aligned with these national goals to position yourself for emerging roles. A smart move is to align your career trajectory with sectors receiving government support, ensuring your expertise remains relevant as the market transitions away from foreign dependencies towards self-sufficient technological ecosystems.

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