Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate Semicon India-2025. The conference aims to boost India’s semiconductor sector. The Prime Minister will also participate in the conference on Wednesday and will engage in a CEO roundtable during the event. The three-day conference will focus on advancing a strong, empowered, and sustainable semiconductor ecosystem in India. Sessions will cover topics such as the progress of the Semicon India program, semiconductor fab and advanced packaging projects, infrastructure preparation, smart manufacturing, research and development and innovation in artificial intelligence, investment opportunities, and state-level policy implementation. Furthermore, the program will highlight initiatives under the Design Linked Incentive (DLI) scheme, the development of the startup ecosystem, international collaboration, and the future roadmap for India’s semiconductor sector. The event will host over 20,750 participants, including more than 2,500 delegates from over 48 countries, over 50 global figures, more than 150 speakers, and over 350 exhibitors. There will be roundtable discussions involving six countries, as well as country pavilions and special pavilions for workforce development and startups. Continuing the Prime Minister’s vision to showcase India as a hub for semiconductor design, manufacturing, and technology development, conferences were held in Bengaluru in 2022, Gandhinagar in 2023, and Greater Noida in 2024. During his recent visit to Japan, Prime Minister Modi and Japan signed 21 significant agreements. Collaboration in the semiconductor and AI sectors is a key focus. During this visit, PM Modi visited the Tokyo Electron semiconductor plant, and both countries resolved to enhance strategic partnerships in advanced technology. Japan is considered a global leader in semiconductor equipment and materials. An aspect of the India-Japan agreement is the transfer of Japan’s older technologies to India to reduce dependence on China and increase economic security.
