NEW DELHI: Union minister Ashwini Vaishnaw on Thursday thanked leader of opposition Rahul Gandhi after he hailed job creation at Foxconn in Karnataka.Vaishnaw said that the Congress leader has acknowledged “the success of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s ‘Make in India’ programme.”“Thanks Rahul Gandhi for acknowledging the success of PM Shri @narendramodi Ji’s ‘Make in India’ programme. As you have noted, we are becoming a producer economy as we implement our PM’s vision,” he said.Earlier, Rahul Gandhi, in his post, had referred to a media report titled ‘Foxconn hires 30k staff at new, women-led unit’ and said India must have jobs with dignity and opportunities for all.“30,000 staff hired in just eight-nine months — the fastest factory ramp-up seen in India so far. This is not just a statistic. It is transformative job creation. What makes it even more powerful is that the unit is largely women-led, with around 80% women, most aged 19–24, and for many, this is their first job,” Rahul said in his post.“Karnataka is setting an example by creating an ecosystem where manufacturing can grow at this scale and speed. This is the India we must build: jobs with dignity, and opportunities for all,” he added.This comes after the Taiwanese electronics major Hon Hai Precision Industry Co (Foxconn) recruited close to 30,000 employees at its new iPhone assembly facility in Devanahalli near Bengaluru within just eight to nine months, marking the fastest factory scale-up seen in India so far.The 300-acre facility is largely operated by women, who make up around 80% of the workforce. Most of these employees are in the 19–24 age bracket and are entering the workforce for the first time, the report said.About the AuthorTOI News DeskThe TOI News Desk comprises a dedicated and tireless team of journalists who operate around the clock to deliver the most current and comprehensive news and updates to the readers of The Times of India worldwide. With an unwavering commitment to excellence in journalism, our team is at the forefront of gathering, verifying, and presenting breaking news, in-depth analysis, and insightful reports on a wide range of topics. The TOI News Desk is your trusted source for staying informed and connected to the ever-evolving global landscape, ensuring that our readers are equipped with the latest developments that matter most.”Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosBangladesh Situation Remains Very Fluid as Unrest Grows Ahead of 2026 Elections: Journalist”Stop This Nonsense…”: Tharoor Lambasts Bangladesh Govt Over Lynching of Hindu ManEnd Of H-1B Lottery: Donald Trump Overhauls US Work Visa System Prioritising High Pay And SkillsISRO’s Heaviest Launch Yet: Five Reasons Why BlueBird-2 Marks India’s Big Leap In Global Space Race‘Mouths shut when Hindus are killed’: Yogi targets opposition in Assembly”We Are Not Safe…” Unnao Rape Victim’s Mother Manhandled, Protest StoppedIndian Travel Vlogger Anant Mittal Held In China, Comments On Arunachal Pradesh Trigger DetentionFrom Pride To Distress Sale: Pakistan Sells State-Owned PIA For Rs 135 Billion As Economy BucklesCalm With India, Weapons For Pakistan: Pentagon Report Warns Of China’s Strategic Balancing ActAssam’s Karbi Anglong Gripped By Violence, Internet Suspended As Anger Over ‘Encroachers’ Explodes123PhotostoriesTulsi Name For You Based On Your Date of BirthThis place has been ranked as the world’s best country for retirement8 easy and tasty Christmas recipes to make in an air fryerWhat does it mean when a toddler talks to toys?Inside Bharti Singh and Haarsh Limbachiyaa’s cosy Mumbai home‘Chhaava’, ‘Dhurandhar’ to ‘Saiyaara’: A year of genre-diverse releases of Bollywood in 2025The health tests doctors say you shouldn’t skip before 2026From ‘My Secret Santa’ to ‘Meet Me Next Christmas’: Best Christmas movies to watch on OTT6 Christmas morning breakfast ideas that feel special without trying too hard2 easy recipes that lower blood pressure naturally123Hot PicksUAE WeatherPAN-Aadhaar linkingKarbi Anglong CurfewGold rate todayIncome Tax RefundPublic Holidays DecemberBank Holidays DecemberTop TrendingTaylor SwiftPaul RuddPatrick MahomesMegan Thee Stallion Net Worth 2025Travis KelceJoel EmbiidSavannah James Net WorthSophie CunninghamDrew McIntyre and Kaitlyn Frohnapfel Net WorthKhamzat Chimaev
NEW DELHI: Union minister Ashwini Vaishnaw on Thursday thanked leader of opposition Rahul Gandhi after he hailed job creation at Foxconn in Karnataka.Vaishnaw said that the Congress leader has acknowledged “the success of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s ‘Make in India’ programme.”“Thanks Rahul Gandhi for acknowledging the success of PM Shri @narendramodi Ji’s ‘Make in India’ programme. As you have noted, we are becoming a producer economy as we implement our PM’s vision,” he said.Earlier, Rahul Gandhi, in his post, had referred to a media report titled ‘Foxconn hires 30k staff at new, women-led unit’ and said India must have jobs with dignity and opportunities for all.“30,000 staff hired in just eight-nine months — the fastest factory ramp-up seen in India so far. This is not just a statistic. It is transformative job creation. What makes it even more powerful is that the unit is largely women-led, with around 80% women, most aged 19–24, and for many, this is their first job,” Rahul said in his post.“Karnataka is setting an example by creating an ecosystem where manufacturing can grow at this scale and speed. This is the India we must build: jobs with dignity, and opportunities for all,” he added.This comes after the Taiwanese electronics major Hon Hai Precision Industry Co (Foxconn) recruited close to 30,000 employees at its new iPhone assembly facility in Devanahalli near Bengaluru within just eight to nine months, marking the fastest factory scale-up seen in India so far.The 300-acre facility is largely operated by women, who make up around 80% of the workforce. Most of these employees are in the 19–24 age bracket and are entering the workforce for the first time, the report said.
