Chips manufactured at Gujarat's CG Semi OSAT plant to be exported to Japan, US, Europe: Ashwini Vaishnaw
Sanand, July 4
Chips manufactured at the newly inaugurated CG Semi Outsourced Semiconductor Assembly and Test facility in Sanand, Gujarat, will be used in automobiles and industrial applications, while a significant portion will also be exported to Japan, the United States and Europe, Union Electronics and Information Technology Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said on Saturday.
Speaking at the inauguration of the facility, Vaishnaw said the plant marks an important step in India's efforts to build a globally competitive semiconductor industry and position the country as an exporter of advanced chip technologies.
"The chips manufactured at this plant will be used in cars, scooters, and various industrial applications; and--most significantly--chips made in India, at this facility, will be exported to Japan, America, and Europe. Indian technology will earn global acclaim," the minister said.
He said the development reflects India's emergence as a credible player in the global semiconductor value chain, with domestically manufactured chips finding applications both in the domestic market and overseas.
Vaishnaw credited the achievement to the Centre's push to establish a semiconductor manufacturing ecosystem in the country.
"The efforts of Prime Minister have made this success possible. This was once considered impossible, but it has become a reality thanks to the bold resolve of our leadership--a monumental commitment to establish a semiconductor industry in India, which has now come to fruition," he said.
The Sanand facility will package and test semiconductor chips before they are deployed across sectors such as automotive and industrial electronics, while also catering to export markets, further integrating India into the global semiconductor ecosystem.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the commercial production of semiconductor chips at CG Semi's OSAT facility in Gujarat's Sanand today.
The project was approved by the Union Cabinet in February 2024 under India's Semiconductor Mission. CG Semi Pvt Ltd, a subsidiary of CG Power and Industrial Solutions Limited, has established the OSAT facility in Sanand with an investment of Rs 7,600 crore. CG Semi has entered into a joint venture with Japan's Renesas Electronics and Thailand's Stars Microelectronics.
The commencement of this project will further strengthen Sanand's semiconductor ecosystem. According to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the rapid growth of India's semiconductor sector will make this decade the biggest turning point in the country's technological future.
— ANI
Reader Comments
As someone who works in the semiconductor industry overseas, this is impressive. India has the talent pool and now the infrastructure. The Renesas partnership adds serious credibility.
Great to see this happening in Gujarat. But we need more such plants across states too, not just one. The demand for chips is massive, and we can't rely on just one facility.
The OSAT part makes sense for now, but when will we see full fabrication in India? That's the real goal. Still, baby steps are better than nothing - proud of this progress!
Waah! 🎉 Chips made in Sanand reaching Japan and US - this is what 'Make in India' should look like. Auto and industrial applications are high-value too. Hope this creates thousands of skilled jobs locally!
I'm cautiously optimistic. The investment is significant but we need to focus on indigenizing the entire chain, not just packaging. Also, quality control and power stability for fabs are major concerns.
This is a game-changer for Gujarat's industrial corridor! Sanand is becoming a hub - from automobiles to semiconductors now. If we can replicate this model in other states, India's tech future is bright.
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