Apple Inc has shown interest to commence initial manufacturing operations in Karnataka.
The company’s representatives led by Priya Balasubramaniam, Vice-President iPhone operations; Ali Khanafer (Head, Government Affairs), Dheeraj Chugh (Director, iphone operations) and Priyesh Povanna (Country Counsel) met with Priyank Kharge, Karnataka Minister for IT/BT and Tourism.
Kharge, in a release, said “Apple’s intentions to manufacture in Bengaluru is expected to foster cutting edge technology ecosystem and supply chain development in the State, which are critical for India to compete globally.”
The Minister further said he had positive discussions about the initiatives in manufacturing and possible collaborations with State government in other areas as well.
“The Karnataka government is committed to new initiatives in any sector for manufacturing and will provide a conducive environment for investment,” Kharge said.