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India's Second Semiconductor Plant Inaugurated in Sanand, Marking "Day of Pride"

Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated a second semiconductor plant in Sanand, Gujarat, hailed by Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw as a day of pride for India. The facility, operated by Kaynes Technology, is set to produce 300 million chips per year for both domestic use and export. This marks rapid progress in building a domestic semiconductor ecosystem, with a third plant slated for inauguration in July and production from four plants targeted by 2026. State Minister Arjun Madhwadia credited PM Modi's vision for developing this critical sector.

Key Points: India's 2nd Semiconductor Plant Opens in Sanand, Boosting Tech

  • Second semiconductor plant inaugurated in Sanand
  • Part of push to make India a global semiconductor hub
  • Facility to produce 300 million chips annually
  • Third plant expected by July 2024
  • Aims for production from four plants by 2026
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'Day of pride for India': Ashwini Vaishnaw hails second semiconductor plant in Sanand

Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw hails the inauguration of India's second semiconductor plant in Sanand, Gujarat, as a major step toward self-reliance.

"Today is a day of pride for India. - Ashwini Vaishnaw"

Sanand, March 31

Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw called the inauguration of a second semiconductor plant in Sanand, Gujarat, as a "day of pride" for the country.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the Kaynes Technology semiconductor facility in Sanand on Tuesday.

"Today is a day of pride for India. Today, the second semiconductor plant has been inaugurated here in Sanand. Last month, on February 28, the first plant was inaugurated, and today, the second plant has been inaugurated, which is a matter of pride. The biggest thing is that today a new identity of India has been created in the world," Vaishnaw said while speaking to reporters.

Highlighting the pace of development, he added, "PM Narendra Modi has provided guidance to develop the entire ecosystem. In just a short time, the third plant will be inaugurated in the month of July. In 2026, production will start from a total of four plants. We are carrying forward the mission to make India self-reliant in the field of semiconductors."

Gujarat Minister Arjun Madhwadia echoed similar sentiments, crediting the Prime Minister's vision for the sector's growth.

"It is the fortune of the country that Prime Minister Modi decided to build a semiconductor ecosystem amid the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic. Today, the Prime Minister has inaugurated the country's--and especially Gujarat's--second semiconductor facility," he said.

Modhwadia further highlighted the plant's production capacity, stating, "This facility will produce 300 million chips every year. We will use these chips within the country and also export them to other countries. Two plants have already started operations, and the remaining two will also start soon."

The Sanand facility is part of a broader push to position India as a global semiconductor hub, with multiple projects underway across states.

- ANI

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Sarah B
As someone working in electronics manufacturing, this is a game-changer. Reliable domestic chip supply will reduce our dependency on imports and boost 'Make in India'. Hoping the quality matches global standards.
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Vikram M
Pride is good, but let's also talk about the actual jobs created for local engineers and technicians in Sanand. Hope the benefits reach the common man and not just big corporations.
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Priya S
Gujarat is truly becoming an industrial powerhouse! From automobiles to semiconductors. This will definitely attract more investment and skilled professionals to the state. Well done!
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Rohit P
300 million chips a year sounds massive! But are we talking about advanced nodes or older generation chips? The article doesn't specify. Still, a step in the right direction for Atmanirbhar Bharat.
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Michael C
Building this ecosystem during the pandemic challenges shows serious long-term planning. If India can capture even a small share of the global semiconductor market, it will be a huge economic win.

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