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India has achieved a major milestone with its first fully indigenous 32-bit microprocessor developed by ISRO's semiconductor laboratory. The Vikram chip is specifically engineered to endure the extreme conditions of space launch vehicles. This development comes as India rapidly expands its semiconductor infrastructure under the Semicon India Programme. The government's initiatives have already supported hundreds of academic institutions and startups in advancing semiconductor design and manufacturing capabilities.

Key Points: PM Modi Receives First Made in India Vikram Chip from ISRO Lab

  • Vikram chip designed to withstand harsh space launch conditions
  • India reduces dependency on imported semiconductor technology
  • Government approves 10 semiconductor projects across critical areas
  • Semiconductor program supports 280 academic institutions and startups
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India gets first fully indigenous 32-bit chip 'Vikram' built by ISRO lab

ISRO's semiconductor lab develops India's first indigenous 32-bit Vikram processor, presented to PM Modi as country advances in global chip manufacturing race.

"In a short span of 3.5 years, we have the world looking at India with confidence - Ashwini Vaishnaw"

New Delhi, Sep 2

In a significant feat for the country to become a global semiconductor hub, Union Minister for Electronics and IT Ashwini Vaishnaw on Tuesday presented the first made-in-India processor, along with test chips from four approved projects, to Prime Minister Narendra Modi here.

The first fully indigenous 32-bit microprocessor, called 'Vikram,' has been developed by ISRO’s Semi-conductor Laboratory (SCL).

It is designed to withstand the harsh environmental conditions of space launch vehicles, marking a milestone in India’s efforts to reduce dependency on imported chips.

Vaishnaw highlighted the rapid progress of India’s semiconductor infrastructure at the 'Semicon India 2025' event.

“Just a few years ago, we met for the first time to make a new beginning driven by our Prime Minister's farsighted vision, we launched the India Semiconductor Mission. In a short span of 3.5 years, we have the world looking at India with confidence,” said the minister.

“Today, the construction of five semiconductor units is going on at a rapid pace. We just presented the first ‘Made-in-India’ chip to PM Modi," he told the gathering.

India’s semiconductor journey has gained momentum under the Semicon India Programme.

The government has already approved 10 projects in critical areas such as high-volume fabrication units (Fabs), 3D heterogeneous packaging, compound semiconductors, and outsourced semiconductor assembly and testing (OSATs).

In addition, design-focused initiatives have supported more than 280 academic institutions and 72 start-ups with advanced tools, while 23 start-ups have been approved under the Design Linked Incentive (DLI) scheme.

Over three days, the flagship event will feature keynote addresses, panel discussions, fireside chats, paper presentations, and six international roundtables.

A dedicated ‘Workforce Development Pavilion’ will also highlight career opportunities in microelectronics to attract new talent.

With top companies like Applied Materials, ASML, IBM, Infineon, Lam Research, Micron, Tata Electronics, SK Hynix, and Tokyo Electron participating, SEMICON India 2025 is expected to drive India’s next wave of semiconductor innovation and strengthen its position in the global value chain.

- IANS

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Priya S
Great achievement but we need to see how this translates into commercial applications. Hope this isn't just for government projects but reaches common consumers too.
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Aditya G
As an electronics engineer, I'm thrilled! 32-bit processor designed for space conditions is no small feat. This will reduce our dependency on foreign chips significantly. Jai Hind! 🚀
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Sarah B
Impressive progress! The semiconductor ecosystem development with 280 academic institutions and 72 startups supported shows this is a comprehensive approach, not just one-off achievement.
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Karthik V
Hope the government continues this momentum. We need sustained investment in R&D and manufacturing to compete globally. The Workforce Development Pavilion is a good initiative to attract young talent.
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Nikhil C
Naming it 'Vikram' after our lunar mission shows the vision! From Chandrayaan to indigenous chips - India's tech journey is inspiring. Can't wait to see what's next! 🌟

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