"We should focus on the manufacturing sector which has been recognised as an engine for economic growth," Kalam said.
"Biomedical engineering, oil and gas, defence, transportation, aerospace, hardware, information technology and electronics are some areas which we must focus on," he said while addressing a function organised by Larsen & Toubro.
Quoting from a recent report, Kalam said, "Our manufacturing sector has a golden chance to seize a larger share in the global market".
The noted scientist said that generating low cost manufacturing plants, would help the sector grow sixfold and touch USD 1 trillion, as well as create nine crore jobs by 2025.
He also urged the government to allocate more funds for research and development to boost manufacturing.