Forget iPhone Duo: Ashwini Vaishnaw sets October 2028 deadline for India’s own smartphone brand
Union IT Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw announced a target of October 23, 2028, for India to launch its own smartphones featuring domestic design and manufacturing. This initiative aims to enhance India's hardware design capabilities and compete with global brands like Apple and Samsung. The government has yet to disclose the brand name or specifications of the upcoming smartphone.