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India's Semiconductor Leap: Rs 4,500 Crore Upgrade for SCL Mohali Facility

The Indian government is making a massive investment in semiconductor technology. Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw announced Rs 4,500 crore for upgrading the SCL facility in Mohali. This transformation includes establishing world-class training and research facilities. The upgrade aims to position India as a global semiconductor hub under PM Modi's vision.

Key Points: Rs 4500 Crore Investment for SCL Mohali Semiconductor Upgrade

  • Rs 4,500 crore investment will modernize SCL Mohali through multiple initiatives
  • Production capacity to increase 100 times with new tools and processes
  • Facility will include semiconductor training center and R&D unit
  • SCL will remain government organization playing key strategic role
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Investment of Rs 4,500 crore will be allocated for upgrade of SCL Mohali: Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw

Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw announces massive Rs 4,500 crore investment to transform SCL Mohali into world-class semiconductor hub with training and R&D facilities.

"The entire world believes that India would emerge as a major semiconductor hub - Ashwini Vaishnaw"

Chandigarh, November 28

Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw stated that an investment of Rs 4, 500 crore would be allocated for the upgrade of the Semi-Conductor Laboratory (SCL) in Mohali. He said that Prime Minister Narendra Modi had decided to upgrade it and establish a high-quality semiconductor training centre, a strong commercial production unit, and a world-class Research and Development facility under the India Semiconductor Mission.

Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini on Friday received Ashwini Vaishnaw at Chandigarh railway station.

Ashwini Vaishnaw said, "The Semi-Conductor Laboratory (SCL) in Mohali is a facility that the country takes pride in. The Prime Minister has decided to upgrade it and establish a high-quality semiconductor training centre, a strong commercial production unit, and a world-class R&D facility under the India Semiconductor Mission. An investment of Rs 4,500 crore will be allocated for the upgrade of SCL Mohali. Its modernisation will occur through several initiatives."

He further said that there would be process modernisation, new tools would be brought here, and production level would be increased 100 times.

He said that modernisation of SCL will include strategic requirements in the country, requirements of the students, requirements of researchers, chips, and fabrication.

"Additionally, a large-scale training facility will be built. This will make a substantial contribution to India's rapidly expanding semiconductor sector, an industry that PM Modi has prioritised and has helped realise the country's 60-year-long aspiration. SCL Mohali will play a key role in this," he said.

He further said that a detailed discussion was held with the SCL team.

"The entire team has been told very clearly: SCL will remain a government organisation, a major R&D organisation that will play a significant role in India's semiconductor journey in the future," he further said.

He further said that PM Modi's vision is far-reaching.

"The entire world believes that India would emerge as a major semiconductor hub.

Semiconductors play a major role in modern technology ecosystems, powering critical systems in healthcare, communications, transport, defence, and space.

In just four years, since the launch of the India Semiconductor Mission (ISM) in 2021, India has transformed its semiconductor journey from vision to reality.

The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) has already begun work on the next phase of India's semiconductor programme, Semicon 2.0, and is currently holding internal discussions and with various line ministries to finalise its contours.

- ANI

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Priya S
As an engineering student from Punjab, this is fantastic news! The training centre will help bridge the skill gap in semiconductor technology. Hope they implement this quickly and transparently.
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Sarah B
While the investment is impressive, I hope the government ensures proper utilization of funds. We've seen many ambitious projects fail due to poor execution. The focus should be on sustainable development and actual results.
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Arjun K
ज़बरदस्त! Mohali becoming a semiconductor hub will boost the entire region's economy. The 100x production increase mentioned is ambitious but achievable with proper execution. Good step towards Atmanirbhar Bharat!
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Kavya N
This is exactly what India needs to reduce dependency on imported chips. The R&D facility will help our researchers contribute to cutting-edge technology. Hope they involve local talent and universities in this project.
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Michael C
Great to see India making strategic investments in critical technology infrastructure. The semiconductor industry is the backbone of modern electronics, and this move will strengthen India's position in global supply chains.

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