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Gujarat Hosts Semiconnect 2024: India's Gateway to Silicon Valley

Gujarat is set to host the third Semiconnect Conference in Gandhinagar on March 1, aligning with national goals for technological self-reliance. The event will be inaugurated by Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel and Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw, among others. It will feature discussions on next-gen manufacturing, supply chains, and workforce development, with participation from global industry leaders. Delegates will also visit the Dholera Special Investment Region to see semiconductor-linked infrastructure.

Key Points: Gujarat Semiconnect Conference 2024 on Semiconductor Ecosystem

  • Focus on semiconductor self-reliance
  • Inaugurated by top ministers
  • Features global CEOs & roundtables
  • Includes visit to Dholera SIR
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Gujarat to host 3rd Semiconnect Conference on March 1

Gujarat hosts the 3rd Semiconnect Conference on March 1, focusing on semiconductor manufacturing, research, and India's role in the global value chain.

"Gujarat: India's Gateway to Silicon - Conference Theme"

Gandhinagar, Feb 25

Gujarat will host the third edition of the Semiconnect Conference on March 1 in Gandhinagar, bringing together global semiconductor chief executives, policymakers and industry leaders to discuss India's expanding role in the global value chain.

The two-day conference is being organised by the state's Department of Science and Technology and the Gujarat State Electronics Mission (GSEM).

The event is in line with Prime Minister Narendra Modi's call for achieving self-reliance in technology, which has placed the semiconductor sector at the centre of India's growth agenda.

The conference will be inaugurated in the presence of Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel; Union Minister for Electronics and Information Technology, Railways and Information and Broadcasting Ashwini Vaishnaw; Deputy Chief Minister Harsh Sanghavi; and Science and Technology Minister Arjun Modhwadia.

The theme of the conference, 'Gujarat: India's Gateway to Silicon', reflects the state's stated ambition to establish itself as a leading hub in India's semiconductor ecosystem.

With its infrastructure, industrial corridors and investor-oriented policies, Gujarat is positioning itself to advance semiconductor manufacturing and research capabilities in the country.

According to the officials, the conference will feature keynote addresses, thematic panel discussions and international roundtables.

The first day's sessions will focus on next-generation semiconductor research and manufacturing, logistics and export readiness for hubs such as Dholera and Sanand, and workforce development to meet future skill requirements.

Discussions will also address strengthening India's electronics base, including printed circuit boards and the development of a resilient component ecosystem.

Parallel sessions will include a Micron Suppliers Roundtable, country-specific roundtables with Japan and Taiwan, and a seminar on education and outreach titled 'From Silicon to Students: Building India's Semiconductor Future'.

On the second day, delegates will undertake a guided visit to the Dholera Special Investment Region (SIR).

The visit is being organised by GSEM, DICDL and Tata Electronics to provide participants with an on-ground view of infrastructure projects linked to the semiconductor ecosystem.

Speakers invited to the conference include Dr Randhir Thakur, Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director of Tata Electronics; Sanjay Mehrotra, Chief Executive Officer of Micron Technology; G.C. Chaturvedi, Chairman of CG Semi; Ramesh Kunhikannan, Executive Vice Chairman of Kaynes Technology; Ajit Manocha, Chief Executive Officer of SEMI; and Dr Rao Tummala, Emeritus Professor at Georgia Tech.

- IANS

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Priya S
Very promising. The focus on workforce development and the 'Silicon to Students' seminar is crucial. We need to build talent from the ground up, not just factories. Hope they involve more engineering colleges across India.
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Rohit P
Good initiative, but I hope this isn't just another talk shop. We've heard "India's semiconductor moment" for years. Need to see actual fabs getting built and production starting. Actions speak louder than conferences.
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Sarah B
The international roundtables with Japan and Taiwan are key. Partnering with established players is the smartest way to fast-track our ecosystem. Gujarat's infrastructure gives it a real edge.
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Karthik V
Atmanirbharta in semiconductors is a national security need. Glad to see the government pushing this. The lineup of speakers from Tata, Micron, and SEMI is impressive. Hope the discussions lead to concrete deals.
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Nisha Z
Building the component ecosystem (PCBs, etc.) is just as important as the chips themselves. You can't have a house without a strong foundation. Wise to include that in the discussions.

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