Micron's Gujarat Chip Plant Opens: India's First Made-in-India Memory Modules

Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated Micron's semiconductor assembly and test facility in Sanand, Gujarat. The plant has commenced commercial production and shipment of India's first domestically made semiconductor memory modules. The project, with an outlay exceeding Rs 22,500 crore, is a key part of the India Semiconductor Mission. Once fully operational, the large-scale facility aims to serve global demand for memory, driven by AI and high-performance computing.

Key Points: PM Modi Inaugurates Micron's Semiconductor Facility in Gujarat

  • First made-in-India semiconductor memory modules shipped
  • Facility approved under India Semiconductor Mission
  • Total project outlay over Rs 22,500 crore
  • To serve global AI and computing demand
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PM Modi inaugurates Micron's Semiconductor ATMP facility in Gujarat

PM Modi inaugurates Micron's ATMP plant in Sanand, marking the start of commercial production for India's first semiconductor memory modules.

"The inauguration marks a significant milestone in India's semiconductor manufacturing journey - PMO Press Release"

Ahmedabad, February 28

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday inaugurated the Semiconductor Assembly, Test and Packaging facility of Micron Semiconductor Technology India Private Limited in Sanand.

As per an official press release issued by PMO, "The inauguration marks a significant milestone in India's semiconductor manufacturing journey, with the commencement of commercial production and shipment of the first made-in-India semiconductor memory modules from the Sanand ATMP facility. This development represents a major step forward in strengthening India's position in the global semiconductor value chain."

The project, which had its ground-breaking ceremony in September 2023, was the first proposal approved under the India Semiconductor Mission (ISM). With a total outlay of more than Rs 22,500 crore, construction commenced soon after approval, reflecting the Government's commitment to fast-tracking strategic semiconductor investments in the country.

The Sanand facility, once fully ramped up, will feature approximately 500,000 square feet of cleanroom space, making it one of the world's largest raised-floor cleanrooms. The facility is designed to serve customers worldwide and address the growing global demand for memory and storage solutions, driven by rapid advancements in Artificial Intelligence and high-performance computing.

The Sanand ATMP facility will convert advanced Dynamic Random Access Memory (DRAM) and NAND semiconductor wafers from Micron's global manufacturing network into finished memory and storage products, catering to customers across global markets.

"The establishment and operationalisation of this facility underscores India's emergence as a trusted and competitive destination for semiconductor manufacturing and aligns with the Prime Minister's vision of building a resilient and self-reliant technology ecosystem in the country," mentioned in the release," mentioned in the press note.

- ANI

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Priya S
Very proud moment for Gujarat and for India. Sanand is becoming a real tech hub. Hoping this leads to more such investments and a complete ecosystem, from design to packaging. Our engineers are world-class; they just need the right infrastructure.
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Rohit P
Good initiative, but let's be realistic. This is an ATMP (Assembly, Test, Mark, Pack) facility. The actual wafer fabrication (the most complex part) is still done abroad. We need to attract a full-scale fab next. This is a start, but the journey is long.
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Sarah B
As someone in the tech industry, this is exciting news. The global AI boom is driving insane demand for memory. If India can become a reliable hub for packaging and testing, it's a huge economic opportunity. Hope the focus on quality is paramount.
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Karthik V
₹22,500 crore is a serious investment. Hope it translates into affordable electronics for the common man in the long run. Also, the environmental impact of such a large facility needs to be managed carefully. Water usage in Gujarat is a concern.
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Michael C
Building one of the world's largest cleanrooms is no small feat. This shows serious intent. Micron is a global leader, and their trust in India is a positive signal for other foreign investors. The speed of execution since Sept 2023 is impressive.
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