Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated Semicon India 2025 at Yashobhoomi, marking a major step forward in India’s push to become a global leader in the semiconductor industry. The three-day conference brings together industry leaders, innovators, and students from across India and over 40 countries.
Speaking at the event, the Prime Minister welcomed delegates, start-up founders, and global semiconductor CEOs. He highlighted his recent visit to Japan and his tour of the Tokyo Electron factory alongside Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba—whose company’s CEO was also present at the event.
“India’s innovation and youth power are fully on display here,” said the Prime Minister, adding, “The world trusts India, believes in India, and is ready to build the semiconductor future with India.” PM Modi noted that India’s economy grew by 7.8% in the first quarter, outpacing global expectations. He emphasized that this growth spans all sectors—manufacturing, services, agriculture, and construction—and is energizing the nation’s path toward becoming the third-largest economy globally.
He compared semiconductors to the oil of the 20th century, calling them the “digital diamonds” of the modern era. He pointed out that the global semiconductor market is expected to cross $1 trillion, and India aims to capture a significant share of this. Since the launch of the Semicon India programme in 2021, India has made rapid strides in developing its semiconductor industry.
In 2023, the country approved its first semiconductor plant, followed by the clearance of several more projects in 2024. Building on this momentum, five additional projects received approval in 2025, reflecting the growing pace of progress and India’s commitment to becoming a key player in the global semiconductor landscape. In total, 10 semiconductor projects worth over ₹1.5 lakh crore ($18 billion) are now underway, reflecting rising global trust in India’s tech capabilities.
The government has implemented the National Single Window System, enabling quicker approvals for investors. Plug-and-play semiconductor parks are being set up with ready access to power, transport, and skilled labor. Incentives such as the PLI scheme and Design Linked Grants are fueling end-to-end semiconductor development in India.
“India is no longer limited to backend work. We are on our way to becoming a full-stack semiconductor nation,” Mr Modi said. He noted that CG Power’s pilot plant started operations on August 28, while test chips from Micron and Tata are already in production.
The Prime Minister stressed that India’s strategy is not about a single fab or a single chip. Instead, it’s about building a complete domestic semiconductor ecosystem—including chip design, manufacturing, testing, and packaging. He also highlighted the work underway at design centers in Noida and Bengaluru, which are developing chips capable of powering next-generation immersive technologies.
Mr Modi noted that India’s digital infrastructure is built on critical minerals, and the country is working under the National Critical Mineral Mission to meet these needs domestically. He also emphasized developing homegrown intellectual property (IP) and supporting this through the newly launched National Research Fund.
Calling on entrepreneurs and youth, Mr Modi said India has 20% of the world’s semiconductor design talent. He encouraged start-ups and MSMEs to take advantage of schemes like the Design Linked Incentive (DLI) and Chips-to-Startup programs, announcing a restructuring of the DLI scheme to make it even more effective.
He also urged states to engage in healthy competition to attract investments and develop infrastructure tailored to the semiconductor industry. India’s progress, the Prime Minister said, is rooted in the principles of Reform, Perform, and Transform.
He assured global investors that India’s policies are built for the long term. “Design is ready. Mask is aligned. Now is the time for precision execution,” he said. “The day is not far when the world will say — Designed in India, Made in India, Trusted by the World.”
The Semicon India 2025 event, taking place from September 2 to 4, is centered on strengthening India’s position in the global semiconductor landscape by building a robust and resilient domestic ecosystem. The conference brings together industry leaders, government officials, researchers, and entrepreneurs to explore the full spectrum of the semiconductor value chain.
It emphasizes the development of semiconductor fabrication units (fabs) and advanced packaging technologies, while also promoting the creation of essential infrastructure and smart manufacturing capabilities across the country.
Additionally, special attention is given to nurturing start-up innovation and workforce development, ensuring that India’s growing talent pool is ready to meet the sector’s future demands and contribute to the country’s goal of becoming a major semiconductor hub. Over 20,750 participants, including 2,500+ delegates from 48+ countries, 150+ speakers, and 350+ exhibitors are attending. Dedicated sessions include country roundtables, policy discussions, and start-up showcases.
