India has significantly expanded its semiconductor ambitions after the Union Cabinet approved the India Semiconductor Mission (ISM) 2.0 with a budget outlay of ₹1.27 lakh crore. The programme aims to strengthen the country’s semiconductor design and manufacturing ecosystem, deepen domestic capabilities and reduce reliance on imported
India may need as much as $80 billion in government incentives over the next decade to build a globally competitive semiconductor ecosystem and reduce its dependence on imported chips, according to industry estimates and policy recommendations shaping the country’s long-term technology strategy. The projection comes as
India is preparing to accelerate its semiconductor and chip manufacturing ambitions with an estimated ₹7,100 crore in incentives planned for FY27. The move comes as the government plans to strengthen the country’s position in the global chip supply chain and reduce dependence on imports. The planned
Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said India is expected to achieve a significant milestone in its semiconductor ambitions, with four semiconductor manufacturing facilities set to become operational by December 2026. Speaking about the country’s progress in chip manufacturing, Vaishnaw said the projects are progressing as planned and
Gujarat is positioning semiconductors and data centres as key drivers of its next industrial growth cycle, as the state government pushes to attract large-scale investments in high-tech manufacturing and digital infrastructure. Officials say the strategy builds on existing strengths in infrastructure, policy support and industrial
The Indian government is preparing to roll out the second phase of its semiconductor incentive programme with a proposed outlay of ₹1.2 lakh crore. With the plan ready, the government aims to strengthen domestic chip manufacturing and design capabilities. The move comes as part of the
India’s first 3D semiconductor fabrication facility in Odisha has secured full production capacity even before its official launch. The moment reflects rising demand for advanced chip packaging and a growing domestic semiconductor ecosystem. Industry experts said that early bookings show the confidence of global and domestic
India’s semiconductor mission is set to sharpen its focus on research and development (R&D). The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) has indicated a broader push beyond manufacturing incentives. A senior government official said the next phase of the programme will prioritise innovation, design capabilities
Union Minister for Electronics and Information Technology Ashwini Vaishnaw has signalled progress in the country’s efforts to build a domestic chip ecosystem. India is set to operationalise four semiconductor manufacturing plants within the year, he highlighted. The move comes as India pushes a broader policy to
India’s semiconductor ambitions are facing cost pressures amid the ongoing conflict in West Asia, which is disrupting energy markets and global supply chains. Industry executives and analysts say rising crude prices and logistics disruptions are increasing the “real cost” of setting up and operating chip