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According to a report, India could establish up to five semiconductor assembly, test, and packaging (ATP) facilities over the next five years, while attracting fabs producing legacy semiconductors at 28 nm or above News 

Industry Emphasizes Benefits of India’s Growing Role in Global Semiconductor Value Chain

Adarsh V.K, , ,

Last week, the government approved three major semiconductor projects with an estimated investment of Rs 1.26 crore in Gujarat and Assam. According to a report by the Information Technology and Innovation Foundation (ITIF), the move comes as India is poised to expand its role in global semiconductor value chains. The report, titled “Assessing India’s Readiness to Play a Greater Role in Global Semiconductor Value Chains”, highlights India’s potential to significantly increase its presence in the semiconductor industry. The report urges India to seize the opportunity to strengthen its position in…

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According to a report, India could establish up to five semiconductor assembly, test, and packaging (ATP) facilities over the next five years, while attracting fabs producing legacy semiconductors at 28 nm or above News 

Industry Emphasizes Benefits of India’s Growing Role in Global Semiconductor Value Chain

Adarsh V.K, , ,

Last week, the government approved three major semiconductor projects with an estimated investment of Rs 1.26 crore in Gujarat and Assam. According to a report by the Information Technology and Innovation Foundation (ITIF), the move comes as India is poised to expand its role in global semiconductor value chains. The report, titled “Assessing India’s Readiness to Play a Greater Role in Global Semiconductor Value Chains”, highlights India’s potential to significantly increase its presence in the semiconductor industry. The report urges India to seize the opportunity to strengthen its position in…

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The centrepiece of this initiative is the creation of India's inaugural commercial semiconductor fabrication unit, a joint venture between Tata Electronics Private Limited and Taiwan's Powerchip Semiconductor Manufacturing Corp (PSMC), set to be situated in Gujarat's Dholera News 

Industry praises Union Cabinet approval for 2 semiconductor plants in Gujarat, 1 in Assam, with expected investment of Rs 1.26 lakh crore.

Adriana Marais,

The Union Cabinet led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi has approved three proposals for semiconductor factories, a major step to strengthen India’s chip-making capability. The decision announced on Thursday includes setting up two semiconductor plants in Gujarat and one in Assam. The investment is estimated to be Rs 1.26 lakh crore. At the heart of this initiative is the establishment of a commercial semiconductor manufacturing unit in India, a joint venture between Tata Electronics Private Limited and Powerchip Semiconductor Manufacturing Corp (PSMC) of Taiwan, to be located in Dholera, Gujarat.…

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Industry insiders recognise that semiconductor-specific policies implemented in states such as Gujarat and Odisha play a vital role, not only in drawing investments but also in creating opportunities for states to cultivate a competitive edge News 

India’s Semiconductor Industry Thrives with Micron, States, and New Policy, Despite PM Modi’s Concerns about Delay

Adarsh V.K,

However, despite the delay, the announcement of Micron’s assembly, test, marking and packaging (ATMP) project is seen as pivotal, with Indian Electronics and Semiconductor Society (IESA) president Sanjay Gupta calling it a “watershed moment”. It is expected that this announcement will mark a turning point that will herald positive and upward growth for the Indian industry from now on, with more projects and plans in the pipeline. Industry insiders acknowledge that semiconductor-specific policies implemented in states like Gujarat and Odisha play a key role, not only in attracting investment, but…

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The presence of major chipmakers at the conference indicates that India is becoming an attractive destination for semiconductor companies. It shows that the Indian government's efforts to promote the semiconductor industry and create a conducive business environment are gaining traction News 

PM Modi Launches Semicon India 2023 | Impact of Chipmakers’ Attendance on India

Adarsh V.K, ,

Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced on Friday that India is warmly welcoming the semiconductor industry, as he inaugurated the Semicon India conference’s 2023 edition at Mahatma Mandir in Gandhinagar, Gujarat. “The first edition of this summit discussed why companies should invest in the semiconductor sector in India, but now the question has changed – why not invest,” PM Modi said. He added, “India knows that semiconductor is not only about our need but the world also needs a reliable and trustworthy supply chain supplier who is a better partner than…

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There are four major factors behind Gujarat becoming the preferred state for the semiconductor ecosystem. These include government support, the existing infrastructure, the talent pool, location advantage, and political stability in the state News 

Why Gujarat is a Preferred Location for Micron, Vedanta and Foxconn’s Semiconductor Manufacturing Plants

Febin Mathew, ,

Gujarat is being chosen by major chip makers, one after another, as the ideal location to establish their units. Micron Technologies and Vedanta Foxconn Semiconductors Ltd are both in the process of setting up their plants in the state. However, the question remains: what makes Gujarat so attractive to these companies? According to the semiconductor industry, the Micron and Vedanta Foxconn projects are just two examples of the growing interest in semiconductor manufacturing in Gujarat. And there are several reasons why Gujarat is emerging as a popular semiconductor manufacturing destination.…

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