Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw unveiled the Sahasra semiconductor facility in Rajasthan as part of a series of industrial projects worth over ₹400 crore [1].
This expansion represents a strategic shift toward economic self-reliance and geopolitical security. By establishing a domestic chip ecosystem, India aims to reduce its dependence on foreign imports for critical technology components.
Vaishnaw said the progress in the sector is a result of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's long-term vision to transform the country into a global hub for chip design and manufacturing. This roadmap, referred to as "Semicon 2.0," focuses on building a sustainable infrastructure for high-tech production.
According to Vaishnaw, the first made-in-India chip was produced in December 2025 [2]. He said that while efforts to establish semiconductor manufacturing began as early as 1962 [3], the current administration has succeeded where previous governments struggled.
"The most heartening thing is the semiconductor manufacturing. 1962 is when we started this," Vaishnaw said [3].
The foundation-stone ceremony for the Sahasra facility took place on May 11, 2026. The project is part of a broader push to integrate India into the global electronics supply chain through targeted investment, and industrial policy.
Vaishnaw said that India has developed a very strong semiconductor industry. He said that the current trajectory involves thinking 20 years ahead to ensure the nation remains competitive in the evolving technological landscape.
"We have launched industrial projects worth over ₹400 crore, including the Sahasra semiconductor facility," Vaishnaw said [1].
“India has developed a very strong semiconductor industry; we made our first made‑in‑India chip in December.”
India's transition from a chip designer to a manufacturer marks a critical pivot in its industrial strategy. By securing domestic production capabilities, the government is attempting to mitigate the risks of global supply chain disruptions and enhance its strategic autonomy in the semiconductor market, which is currently dominated by a few East Asian nations.
