• “Aatma Nirbhar Bharat” aims for a “Self-reliant India”.
  • PLI scheme boosts domestic manufacturing.
  • It reduces India’s import dependence in critical sectors (e.g., APIs).
  • It attracts large investments, strengthening domestic production capabilities.
  • It promotes exports, making India a global player.
  • By encouraging local production and reducing reliance on imports, it directly supports self-reliance.