Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the semiconductor manufacturing facility of Kaynes Technology in Sanand, Gujarat, marking the commencement of production at the plant. The milestone signals India’s accelerating journey toward building a robust and self-reliant semiconductor ecosystem.
The Prime Minister highlighted that he had visited Sanand just a month earlier for the start of production at the Micron Technology facility, underscoring the rapid momentum in India’s semiconductor sector.
A Major Push Towards Semiconductor Self-Reliance
Calling the inauguration a landmark step, the Prime Minister said the new facility strengthens India’s ambition to become a trusted semiconductor supplier in the global market. He congratulated the leadership of Kaynes Technology, the Gujarat government, and the workforce for bringing the project to fruition.
He noted that an Indian company entering semiconductor manufacturing represents a strong beginning for India’s role in global chip supply chains. According to the Prime Minister, global collaborations will enable India to contribute to a resilient and diversified semiconductor ecosystem.
Connecting Sanand to Silicon Valley
The plant will manufacture Intelligent Power Modules, many of which are already booked for export to international partners, including companies in California. The Prime Minister described this as building a “bridge between Sanand and Silicon Valley,” reinforcing the “Make in India, Make for the World” vision.
These modules will support electric vehicles, heavy industries, and advanced electronics worldwide, boosting India’s role in next-generation technologies.
India Semiconductor Mission Driving Growth
The Prime Minister recalled the launch of the India Semiconductor Mission in 2021 during the pandemic, describing it as a declaration of India’s confidence and technological ambition.
Key highlights of the mission include:
- 10 semiconductor projects worth over ₹1.6 lakh crore underway across six states
- Development of the indigenous Dhruv 64 microprocessor
- Expansion into semiconductor equipment and materials through Semiconductor Mission 2.0
- Training of over 85,000 design professionals
- Nearly 400 universities and startups supported through the Chips-to-Startup programme
India’s semiconductor market is currently valued at around $50 billion and is projected to exceed $100 billion by the end of the decade.
Strengthening Supply Chains and Critical Minerals
The Prime Minister emphasized the importance of resilient supply chains for semiconductors, rare earth minerals, and energy. He highlighted initiatives such as the National Critical Minerals Mission and the Rare Earth Corridor across coastal states to secure essential raw materials.
These initiatives aim to reduce global supply chain disruptions and ensure long-term technology security.
India’s “Techade” and Future Vision
Describing the current decade as India’s “Techade,” the Prime Minister stated that India is not just witnessing global technological change but actively leading it. With advancements in AI adoption, fintech, quantum computing, and digital infrastructure, the semiconductor sector is expected to play a central role in the country’s future growth.
The inauguration of the Kaynes semiconductor plant marks another major milestone in India’s journey toward becoming a global technology and manufacturing powerhouse.