India's Semiconductor Roadmap Aims for Global Top 6 Ranking by 2032
Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw has unveiled an ambitious roadmap for India's semiconductor industry, aiming for a top six global ranking by 2032. With four plants expected to be operational by 2026 and a first fabrication unit by 2028, this initiative highlights India's growing capabilities in the semiconductor ecosystem. The minister emphasized the importance of quality and cost competitiveness to strengthen India's position in the global market. Discover more about this strategic plan and its implications for the future of technology in India.
| Mar 31, 2026, 17:54 IST
India's Ambitious Semiconductor Plans Unveiled
The Union Minister for Electronics and Information Technology, Ashwini Vaishnaw, has outlined a strategic roadmap aimed at positioning India among the top six semiconductor manufacturers globally by 2032. This announcement included detailed insights into new plants and the overall ecosystem. Vaishnaw stated that India is expected to have four semiconductor plants operational by 2026, following the inauguration of a new facility in Gujarat.
After Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the OSAT plant of Keyence in Sanand, Vaishnaw revealed that two additional plants are projected to be completed by 2027. The country's first fabrication unit is set to be established in Dholera by 2028. He noted that the Sanand facility is the second semiconductor plant inaugurated in the country within a span of two years, following the opening of Micron Technology's first plant on February 28, with the second plant inaugurated today, March 31. A third plant is scheduled to be inaugurated in July.
Highlighting the progress of implementation, Vaishnaw mentioned that this plant reached commercial production just 14 months after its foundation was laid. He emphasized that this development showcases the growing capabilities of India's semiconductor ecosystem and has inspired engineers and students across the nation. Regarding global competition, the minister stressed the need to excel in quality and cost to maintain and strengthen India's position in the world.