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\u201cThe day is not far away when India\u2019s smallest chip will drive the world\u2019s biggest change,\u201d Prime Minister Narendra Modi<\/a> declared at Semicon India 2025<\/a>, underlining India\u2019s ambitions in the semiconductor sector. He described semiconductors as the \u201cdigital diamonds\u201d of the 21st century, tiny yet immensely powerful components driving global innovation and economic growth.<\/p>\n

Modi outlined a roadmap to position India as a hub for semiconductor design, manufacturing and innovation. Anchored in the vision of a self-reliant Atmanirbhar Bharat, the plan aims to make India a key player in a sector central to the modern economy.<\/p>\n

Chips, not oil, define the 21st century\u201cIn the semiconductor world, oil is black gold, but chips are digital diamonds,\u201d Modi said.
\u201cOur last century was shaped by oil\u2026 But the power of the 21st century is limited to a small chip. This chip has the power to accelerate the development of the world\u2026 The day is not far when India\u2019s smallest chip will drive the world\u2019s biggest change.\u201d<\/p>\n

Also read: Semicon India 2025: Ashwini Vaishnaw presents first made-in-India Vikram 32-bit processor to PM Modi<\/a>
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\"ETLive EventsHe highlighted the scale of the opportunity: the global semiconductor market, currently valued at around $600 billion, is projected to exceed $1 trillion. With India advancing rapidly in chip design, fabrication and ecosystem development, the country is poised to claim a significant share of this trillion-dollar industry.
India Semiconductor Mission milestonesModi recounted key achievements under the India Semiconductor Mission (ISM), launched in 2021:
2021: Launch of Semicon India Program
2023: Approval of India\u2019s first semiconductor plant<\/p>\n

2024: Additional plants approved<\/p>\n

2025: Five more projects cleared, with total investments exceeding Rs 1.5 lakh crore<\/p>\n

He stressed administrative reforms, including the National Single Window System (NSWS), which centralises all approvals from both Centre and state governments, easing bureaucratic hurdles for investors.<\/p>\n

\u201cWe have implemented the National Single Window System. Through this, all the approvals from the Centre and the states are being received on a single platform. As a result, our investors are now freed from a significant amount of paperwork,\u201d Modi said.<\/p>\n

Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta echoed this optimism: \u201cSemicon India is not just a seminar or event but a symbol of the technological renaissance of the nation\u2026 By the end of 2025, the dream of a made-in-India chip will come true.\u201d<\/p>\n

India\u2019s first indigenous 32-bit chipA highlight of the summit was the unveiling of India\u2019s first fully indigenous 32-bit microprocessor, Vikram, designed by ISRO\u2019s Semiconductor Laboratory to withstand harsh space conditions. Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw described Vikram as a strategic step toward reducing India\u2019s reliance on imported chips.<\/p>\n

Vaishnaw also provided a snapshot of India\u2019s semiconductor infrastructure:<\/p>\n

Five semiconductor units under construction<\/p>\n

Pilot line of one unit completed<\/p>\n

Two more units expected to start production soon<\/p>\n

Designs for five additional units progressing<\/p>\n

\u201cJust a few years ago, we met for the first time to make a new beginning driven by our Prime Minister’s farsighted vision. Today, the construction of five semiconductor units is going on at a rapid pace\u2026 We just presented the first \u2018Made-in-India\u2019 chip to PM Modi,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n

Vaishnaw highlighted India\u2019s stability amid global uncertainty: \u201cWe are living in unprecedented times. Global policy turmoil has created huge uncertainty. In these turbulent times, India stands as a lighthouse of stability and growth. You should come to India because our policies are stable.\u201d<\/p>\n

India\u2019s talent and design advantageIndia\u2019s semiconductor ambitions extend beyond manufacturing.<\/p>\n

According to Bastion Research, around 20% of the world\u2019s chip design engineers are based in India. Leading technology companies, including Qualcomm, Intel, Nvidia, Broadcom and MediaTek, have R&D and design centres in Bengaluru, Hyderabad and Noida.<\/p>\n

Also Read: Around 20% of world’s chip design engineers based in India, key to global semiconductor ecosystem: Report<\/a>
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Vaishnaw highlighted the ecosystem supporting this talent: 278 universities equipped with advanced Electronic Design Automation (EDA) tools allow 60,000 engineering students to accumulate over 13 million hours of hands-on experience.<\/p>\n

Strategic and economic imperativesModi underscored the stakes of India\u2019s semiconductor push.<\/p>\n

\u201cJust a few days ago, the GDP numbers for the first quarter of this year came out. Once again, India has performed better than every expectation, every assessment. At a time when there are concerns in the economy of the world, there are challenges created by economic selfishness; in that environment, India has achieved a growth of 7.8 per cent\u2026\u201d<\/p>\n

Forecasts highlight the rapid growth of India\u2019s semiconductor sector.<\/p>\n

ETTech citing government sources reports that domestic demand currently stands at $45\u201350 billion and is projected to reach $100\u2013110 billion by 2030, signalling a semiconductor-led transformation.<\/p>\n

At the same time, Sandeep Kumar, CEO of L&T Semiconductor Technologies Ltd, estimates domestic consumption could scale to over $120 billion by 2030, reflecting the fast pace of adoption across industries, as per ANI.<\/p>\n

S Krishnan, secretary of MeitY, highlighted the role of Nano Centers in developing a workforce of 85,000 semiconductor-ready professionals, noting that 70\u201375% of investments in major facilities are taxpayer-funded, making the mission a shared responsibility between government, industry and academia.<\/p>\n

The India Cellular and Electronics Association (ICEA) has launched the Semiconductor Product Design Leadership Forum to foster collaboration, drive intellectual property creation and support the growth of hundreds of new companies.<\/p>\n

Through the Design Linked Incentive (DLI) scheme, 23 chip design projects are underway, enabling startups like Vervesemi Microelectronics to develop chips for defence, aerospace, electric vehicles, and energy systems. Complementing this, government incentives under the Production Linked Incentive (PLI) and DLI schemes, totaling nearly Rs 76,000 crore, are positioning India as a compelling investment destination.<\/p>\n

Also Read: Semicon India 2025: PM Modi hails India\u2019s fab power as key to the world\u2019s biggest change<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

Industry leaders are also highlighting the critical role of technology and venture capital. Utpal Shah, Senior VP at Tata Electronics, noted strong VC support for fabless startups, while Anand Ramamoorthy, MD of Micron India, emphasised AI-driven chip design as a key factor in accelerating development timelines.<\/p>\n

The strategy is already yielding results. On August 28, one of India\u2019s first end-to-end Outsourced Semiconductor Assembly and Test (OSAT) Pilot Line Facilities was inaugurated in Sanand, Gujarat, where CG-Semi is expected to roll out the first \u2018Made-in-India\u2019 chip.<\/p>\n

To date, 10 semiconductor manufacturing projects have been approved, with cumulative investments exceeding Rs 1.6 lakh crore across Gujarat, Assam, Uttar Pradesh, Punjab, Odisha and Andhra Pradesh. Global talent, including professionals returning from Taiwan, Singapore and Malaysia, is playing a pivotal role in strengthening India\u2019s semiconductor ecosystem.<\/p>\n

International collaboration and the road aheadSemicon India 2025 followed Modi\u2019s visit to Japan, where he engaged with Tokyo Electron Miyagi Ltd, showcasing the synergy between India\u2019s emerging semiconductor ecosystem and Japan\u2019s technological expertise.<\/p>\n

\u201cWith the launch of Vikram and ongoing projects, India is no longer just a consumer of semiconductors but a creator. Whether design, packaging, or fabrication, we are shaping our dreams to become self-reliant,\u201d Vaishnaw said.<\/p>\n

He urged global investors to participate in India\u2019s semiconductor journey, highlighting the country\u2019s stable policy framework and transparent management of the India Semiconductor Mission.<\/p>\n

The summit sent a clear message: India is determined to evolve from a latecomer into a full-stack semiconductor powerhouse. With visionary leadership, international partnerships, a growing talent pool, and strong policy incentives, the country is preparing to meet domestic demand and shape the global semiconductor ecosystem.<\/p>\n

\u201cIndustry leaders, you should also come to India because we are now on a path to becoming a product nation. Our design capabilities, which are very well known, our deep talent pool again growing exponentially, and now the manufacturing facilities, which are getting developed in India, will give you a unique advantage. You will grow with India’s growth,\u201d Vaishnaw said.<\/p>\n

From unveiling the Vikram processor to constructing five semiconductor units and rolling out robust policy incentives, India is laying the groundwork for a self-reliant semiconductor ecosystem.<\/p>\n

\u201cOur journey started late, but nothing can stop us now\u2026 Our semiconductor is not limited to chip manufacturing; we are building such a semicon ecosystem that will make India globally competitive and Atmanirbhar,\u201d Modi said.<\/p>\n

In the era of digital diamonds, India is not just catching up — it is setting the stage to lead. As Modi put it, the smallest chip may soon drive the world\u2019s biggest change.<\/p>\n

The three-day summit, scheduled from September 2\u20134, will bring together over 20,750 participants, including 2,500 international delegates from more than 48 countries, 150 eminent speakers, and over 350 exhibitors.<\/p>\n

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