India Positions Itself as Global South Tech Bridge at Upcoming Semicon India 2026

At a press briefing, IESA chief Ashok Chandak stressed that India now has a distinct chance to act as a reliable technology conduit for the Global South. The BRICS agenda, which underscores the need for secure semiconductor supplies and advanced mineral access, aligns with India’s ambition to become a design and manufacturing hub.

Semicon India 2026 will serve as the practical showcase where strategic intents are converted into tangible projects. India’s strengths—robust chip‑design expertise, an expanding engineering workforce, and a fast‑growing fabrication sector—can drive collaborative initiatives in chip design, manufacturing, advanced packaging, and standard‑setting across BRICS nations.

By leveraging the synergy between the summit’s policy framework and the expo’s industrial focus, India could cement its role in building a diversified, globally linked semiconductor and electronics ecosystem that benefits emerging economies worldwide.