India’s Union IT Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw announced a significant milestone for the nation's semiconductor sector. He revealed that the first semiconductor chip manufactured domestically in a commercial fabrication unit is expected to roll out between September and October, this year. This breakthrough is set to revolutionize India’s semiconductor landscape by reducing dependency on imports and strengthening the country’s technology ecosystem.
Tata Electronics, in partnership with Taiwan-based Powerchip Semiconductor Manufacturing Corporation (PSMC), is leading a groundbreaking initiative to establish India's semiconductor manufacturing capabilities. The move is part of the India Semiconductor Mission (ISM) where 76,000 Cr has been granted to boost the country’s ecosystem in semiconductor and display manufacturing. This project marks a crucial milestone in India's strategic push for self-reliance in semiconductor production, reducing dependence on imports and bolstering the nation's technology ecosystem.
While making bigger announcements about major initiatives, he also emphasized the strong governmental support for electronics manufacturing, highlighting that both central and state authorities are actively promoting this sector. This support is particularly impactful for regions like Karnataka, which have emerged as key hubs for technological innovation. The initiatives are also seen as a major move to generate employment opportunities for IT-driven countries like India, which boasts one of the world's most highly skilled technical workforces.
In his address to the press in the Silicon Valley of India Bengaluru, the IT Minister informed the media about the major developments under progress in India’s semiconductor and tech landscape. He also revealed about the training programs at 14 universities. Also, an investment of a total ₹13,162 crores has been made in electronics manufacturing, with many more projects on the horizon.
In another major revelation, he informed the media about the upcoming research on gallium nitrate, upon which the government has assigned a ₹ 334Cr project to IC Bengaluru for developing the new technology. This project aims to develop innovative methodologies and processes for harnessing gallium nitrate in next-generation tech applications, particularly in the telecom and power sectors.
By leveraging combined expertise in electronics and semiconductor technology, the partnership aims to drive innovation, create job opportunities, and accelerate the growth of India's domestic semiconductor industry. This ambitious initiative will enhance India's competitive edge globally.
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