3D printing gains traction in India due to covid push Premium 1 min read Share Via Read Full Story Mumbai:Additive manufacturing, or 3D printing, is gradually gaining mainstream attention in India following years of limited adoption, after most industries faced covid-led supply chain disruptions. Following the covid-19 outbreak, 3D printing startups collaborated to address the shortage of several key medical equipment, including face shields and ventilator valves. TRENDING STORIESSee All 2 min read 2 min read Premium 2 min read Premium 2 min read . 08:01 AM IST According to experts, application of 3D printing has grown since then and demand is now stronger in other sectors such as pharmaceuticals, jewellery, defence, aerospace, fast-moving consumer goods and construction. “Earlier, the automotive sector was the biggest user of 3D printing, accounting for up to 70% of all demand while the remaining 30% came from the rest. In the last few months, this percentage has reversed," said Swapnil Sansare, CEO, Divide By Zero Technologies, a Mumbai-based 3D printing firm.