“Today’s India inspires confidence in the world… When the chips are down, you can bet on India.” ~Prime Minister Narendra Modi
Semiconductors are at the heart of modern technology. They power essential systems in healthcare, transport, communication, defence, and space. As the world moves toward greater digitalization and automation, semiconductors have become integral to economic security and strategic independence. In just four years, since the launch of the India Semiconductor Mission (ISM) in 2021, India has transformed its semiconductor journey from vision to reality. To support this vision, the government announced a ₹76,000 crore Production Linked Incentive (PLI) scheme, of which nearly ₹65,000 crore has already been committed.
As part of its efforts to position India as a global hub for semiconductor innovation and manufacturing, Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate the SEMICON India 2025 on September 2 at New Delhi. This fourth edition is India’s largest, with over 350 exhibiting companies from 33 countries and regions and a record number of global stakeholders. SEMICON India 2025 is jointly organized by the India Semiconductor Mission (ISM) under the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) and SEMI, the global semiconductor industry association. Additionally, on 28th August, a major milestone in India’s semiconductor journey was achieved with the launch of one of the country’s first end-to-end Outsourced Semiconductor Assembly and Test (OSAT) Pilot Line Facilities in Sanand, Gujarat. Semiconductor company CG-Semi, is expected to roll out the first ‘Made in India’ chip from this pilot facility.
Be it design, packaging or fabrication, we as a nation are giving shape to our dream in all these foundational aspects to become self-reliant. Through the Design Linked Incentive (DLI) scheme, 23 chip design projects have been sanctioned to support startups and innovators. Companies like Vervesemi Microelectronics are creating advanced chips for defense, aerospace, electric vehicles, and energy systems, showing that India is no longer just a consumer but a creator.
India as a player in the Semiconductor Market
The global demand for chips is skyrocketing, but the supply chain remains very fragile owing to the concentration of the industry in a few limited geographies. There is a clear need for global diversification of manufacturing. India is emerging as a dominant player in this regard. Initiatives like including Electronics Systems Design and Manufacturing (ESDM) as one of the key sectors under Make in India, or the India Semiconductor Mission and Semicon India programme have helped create an ecosystem to support the industry.
The global semiconductor market is expected to reach USD 1 Trillion by 2030 with India’s market occupying a substantial portion of it. India has the capacity to emerge as a key contributor to the 3 primary pillars of the semiconductor manufacturing supply chain – Equipment – leveraging strong base of MSMEs to produce components for semiconductor equipment: Materials -India is a rich source of chemicals, minerals and gases which can be utilized by semiconductor supply chain companies; and Services (R&D, Logistics and supply chain, major talent in AI, big data, cloud computing and IoT.
In May 2025, the Union Minister, Shri Ashwini Vaishnaw, inaugurated two state-of-the-art semiconductor design facilities in Noida and Bengaluru. These centres are India’s first to focus on advanced 3-nanometer chip design, marking a significant milestone in the nation’s semiconductor innovation journey. Highlighting the achievement, The Minister stated that designing at 3 nanometers is truly next-generation, noting that while India had previously achieved 7nm and 5nm designs, this development marks a new frontier in semiconductor innovation.
SEMICON India 2025
The Central Government has launched the SEMICON India Programme with an investment of ₹76,000 crore, implemented through the India Semiconductor Mission (ISM).
SEMICON India brings together global industry leaders, policymakers, academia, and startups to foster investment, dialogue, and strategic partnerships. SEMICON India plays a catalytic role in advancing ISM’s goals by enabling cross-border collaborations, promoting research commercialization, enhancing skill development, and showcasing India’s growing potential in the global semiconductor value chain. Three editions of SEMICON India have been held so far, in 2022 (Bangalore), 2023 (Gandhinagar), 2024 (Greater Noida). SEMICON India 2025 is set to display India’s redefining role in the global semiconductor ecosystem. The three-day event will bring together industry leaders, innovators, academia, government and other stakeholders to drive collaboration and technology advancements across the entire supply chain.
India’s ambitious semiconductor journey, exemplified by SEMICON India 2025, signals a transformative era of technological self-reliance and innovation, underpinned by government initiatives such as the Production Linked Incentive scheme. With substantial financial commitments, strategic resource allocation, and a clear focus on creating a holistic ecosystem, India is laying the groundwork for global leadership in the vital semiconductor sector.
The effective use of resources has ensured that India is not only investing wisely but also building a strong foundation for a robust semiconductor ecosystem that can power industries from electronics to automobiles and position the country as a future global leader as the world is shaping itself in this crucial foundational sector. SEMICON India 2025 is not just about chips, it is about self-reliance, innovation, and India’s rise as a global powerhouse where “Designed and Made in India” technologies will shape the future of the world.
