Tata Group’s $125 million acquisition of Wistron’s Indian iPhone manufacturing unit signals a strategic entry into iPhone assembly, positioning them as formidable rivals against industry giants like Foxconn and Pegatron. This move capitalizes on Wistron’s precision component manufacturing expertise. In contrast, Vedanta’s pursuit of the semiconductor sector faces obstacles due to impractical plans and a lack of industry experience. Vedanta’s pivot away from resource and mining industries is valid, but the ambitious semiconductor venture lacks a competitive edge and viability. A more prudent approach for Vedanta could involve entering labor-intensive sectors such as testing, packaging, or assembly, aligning with the global trend of reducing reliance on Chinese supply chains.