Launch of Vikram 32-bit Processor at Semicon 2025
The Minister of Electronics and Information Technology, Ashwini Vaishnaw, presented Prime Minister Narendra Modi with India’s first fully indigenous Vikram 32-bit processor during the Semicon 2025 event in New Delhi.
- The processor is qualified for use in harsh environmental conditions.
- Two additional plants are expected to release their chips within the next 2-3 months.
Investment in India's Semiconductor Ecosystem
Vaishnaw urged companies to invest in India's semiconductor sector, highlighting key advantages:
- Stable Policy: India is seen as a lighthouse of stability and growth amidst global policy turmoil.
- Demand and Growth: Electronics production and exports have seen significant growth, with demand for semiconductors increasing each quarter.
- Startup Ecosystem: India boasts a vibrant startup scene with increasing investor confidence in semiconductor design startups.
Importance of the Semiconductor Industry
ASML Holding CEO Christophe Fouquet emphasized the importance of the semiconductor industry for India's future:
- Economic Growth: It offers opportunities for economic expansion and job creation.
- National Resilience: Developing semiconductor capabilities can enhance supply chain security and foster innovation.
- Partnership Potential: ASML is committed to collaborating with India to support its technological ambitions.
Semicon 2024 Highlights
The 2024 edition of Semicon India was a major global event for the semiconductor industry:
- Attended by over 250 companies from 18 countries.
- Attracted 10,994 visitors from 42 nations.
- Presided over by PM Modi, emphasizing its global significance.
