Decision to establish semiconductor unit in UP will boost growth, innovation: PM Modi

ANI May 15, 2025 292 views

PM Modi announced that the new UP semiconductor plant will drive innovation and job creation. The HCL-Foxconn joint venture will manufacture display chips for electronics. India is rapidly expanding its semiconductor ecosystem with global partnerships. The project reinforces India’s push to become a key player in semiconductor production.

"India's strides in the world of semiconductors continue!" - PM Narendra Modi
New Delhi May 14: Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Wednesday that India's strides in the world of semiconductors continue and the decision of the union cabinet on setting up a semiconductor unit in Uttar Pradesh will boost growth and innovation.

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Cabinet approves HCL-Foxconn semiconductor unit in UP

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Plant to produce display driver chips for devices

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Will generate 36M units monthly

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Rs 3,700 crore investment expected

"India's strides in the world of semiconductors continue! Today's Cabinet decision regarding the establishment of a semiconductor unit in Uttar Pradesh will boost growth and innovation. It will create innumerable opportunities for the youth as well," PM Modi said in a post on X.

The Union Cabinet on Wednesday approved the establishment of one more semiconductor unit under India Semiconductor Mission.

Already five semiconductor units are in advanced stages of construction. With this sixth unit, India is moving forward in its journey to develop the strategically vital semiconductor industry.

The unit approved today is a joint venture of HCL and Foxconn. HCL has a long history of developing and manufacturing hardware. Foxconn is a global major in electronics manufacturing. Together they will set up a plant near Jewar airport in Yamuna Expressway Industrial Development Authority or YEIDA.

This plant will manufacture display driver chips for mobile phones, laptops, automobiles, PCs, and myriad of other devices that have display.

The plant is designed for 20,000 wafers per month. The design output capacity is 36 million units per month.

"Semiconductor industry is now shaping up across the country. World class design facilities have come up in many states across the country. State governments are vigorously pursuing the design firms," an official release said.

It said students and entrepreneurs in 270 academic institutions and 70 startups are working on world-class latest design technologies for developing new products. Twenty products developed by the students of these academic students have been taped out by SCL Mohali.

The new semiconductor unit approved will attract investment of Rs 3,700 crore.

As the country moves forward in semiconductor journey, the eco system partners have also established their facilities in India.

Applied Materials and Lam Research are two of the largest equipment manufacturers. Both have a presence in India now.

Reader Comments

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Rajesh K.
This is fantastic news! UP becoming an electronics hub will create so many jobs. Finally our youth won't have to migrate to Bengaluru or Hyderabad for tech jobs. Hope the infrastructure keeps pace with these ambitious projects. 🇮🇳
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Priya M.
While I welcome this development, I hope the government ensures proper environmental safeguards. The Yamuna Expressway area is already facing water scarcity. Semiconductor plants need massive water supply - hope they've planned sustainable solutions.
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Amit S.
Foxconn + HCL is a powerful combo! This will help reduce our dependence on China for electronics components. Just hope the quality matches global standards. India should aim to be the semiconductor hub of Global South. Jai Hind!
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Sunita R.
Good step but implementation is key. We've seen many projects get delayed in UP due to bureaucratic hurdles. Hope this gets completed on time. Also, will local small businesses get supply chain opportunities?
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Vikram J.
As an engineer, I'm excited about the 20,000 wafers/month capacity! But we need more focus on R&D too. Hope IITs and private colleges in UP will tie up with this unit for hands-on training. The future is bright 💡
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Neha T.
Great initiative but what about the farmers whose land will be acquired? The article doesn't mention compensation or rehabilitation. Development shouldn't come at the cost of livelihoods. Balance is important.

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