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Micron's Gujarat Plant to Make "Hundreds of Millions" of AI Chips Annually

Micron Technology's new semiconductor facility in Sanand, Gujarat, is set to produce multiple hundreds of millions of chips annually for global AI applications. The $2.75 billion project represents India's first world-class semiconductor assembly and test clean room, featuring smart manufacturing with AI automation. CEO Sanjay Mehrotra highlighted the critical role of memory and storage in powering AI and credited India's structural reforms for enabling this advanced manufacturing. The company's India operations have grown significantly since 2019, now employing 6,000 people with a strong local innovation pipeline.

Key Points: Micron Gujarat Plant to Produce Hundreds of Millions of AI Chips

  • Major AI chip production in Gujarat
  • $2.75 billion investment
  • India's first world-class semiconductor clean room
  • Over 300 inventors hold patents locally
  • Facility uses 100% water reuse
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Micron to produce hundreds of millions of AI-ready chips annually at new Sanand facility in Gujarat: Micron CEO

Micron CEO announces new Sanand facility will produce hundreds of millions of AI-ready chips annually, marking a major step for India's semiconductor ambitions.

"There is no artificial intelligence without data. And there is no data without memory and storage. - Sanjay Mehrotra"

Sanand, February 28

Micron Technology CEO Sanjay Mehrotra announced today that the company's new Semiconductor Assembly, Test, and Packaging facility in Sanand, Gujarat, will produce "multiple hundreds of millions of chips per year."

Speaking at the inauguration of the plant, Mehrotra emphasised that "this facility will convert advanced DRAM and NAND wafers from Micron's global network into multiple hundreds of millions of chips per year that go into our finished products for our global customers.

"There is no artificial intelligence without data," Mehrotra stated. "And there is no data without memory and storage. And the memory and storage that powers AI for everyone, that is what Micron builds."

The project involves a planned investment of USD 2.75 billion and represents India's first world-class semiconductor assembly and test clean room. The facility is smart manufacturing, powered by AI automation, real-time analytics, and advanced robotics.

The CEO confirmed that the site has already achieved 23 million working hours with a strong safety record and incorporates sustainable practices such as 100% water reuse.

India has evolved into a global powerhouse for Micron's operations since 2019, expanding from R&D to full-scale manufacturing. The company's Indian team has grown to 6,000 members, with local engineers contributing to the design of advanced memory technologies like "gamma DRAM and generation nine NAND chips."

Mehrotra highlighted the high level of innovation occurring locally, noting that "over 300 inventors already hold patents" in India, with more than 2,500 patents and disclosures already filed by the local team.

Addressing previous skepticism regarding India's ability to host advanced semiconductor manufacturing, Mehrotra credited the success to structural reforms and the government's focus on national skilling. He stated that the partnership between American innovation and India's vision is writing the next chapter of global technology.

- ANI

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Sarah B
As someone in the tech industry, I'm thrilled. The fact that local engineers are already designing gamma DRAM and filing thousands of patents shows the incredible talent pool we have. This moves us from being just a service hub to a genuine innovation and manufacturing hub.
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Priya S
Very proud moment! But we must ensure the benefits reach the local communities in Gujarat beyond just the engineers. Hope there are plans for vocational training and ancillary industries to develop around this plant. Sustainable practices like 100% water reuse are commendable.
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Rohit P
"No AI without memory" - so true! This facility producing hundreds of millions of AI-ready chips annually is strategic. It reduces our dependency on imports for critical components. A strong step towards Aatmanirbhar Bharat in electronics manufacturing.
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Michael C
This is a significant validation of India's manufacturing ecosystem. The scale of investment and the focus on smart, AI-powered manufacturing shows this isn't just an assembly line. It's a state-of-the-art facility. The safety record of 23 million hours is impressive.
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Karthik V
Excellent news, but a word of caution. We need to see this through. Past semiconductor initiatives have sometimes stalled. The government must ensure consistent policy support, reliable power, and infrastructure to make this a long-term success. Let's not celebrate too early.
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