Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated a new Semiconductor Assembly, Test and Packaging (ATMP) facility of Micron Technology in Sanand, Gujarat. This marks the start of commercial production and shipment of the first made-in-India semiconductor memory modules from the plant. The Prime Minister said this is an important step in India’s journey to become a global technology leader. He highlighted that while oil shaped the last century, microchips will shape this one, and India is now moving from being known mainly for software to also becoming strong in hardware manufacturing.
Mr. Modi also said the project shows strong cooperation between India and the United States, especially in securing global supply chains for important technologies like chips and artificial intelligence (AI). He mentioned that under the Semiconductor Mission 2.0, ten major projects have been approved across the country, helping create a strong semiconductor ecosystem from places like Sanand to Noida and Assam. He praised the speed at which the Micron plant moved from signing the agreement to starting production, calling it proof that India is reliable and ready for global manufacturing.
Overall, this development reflects India’s steady progress in advanced technology and manufacturing. It shows the country’s growing confidence in handling high-tech industries like semiconductor production. The project also highlights stronger global partnerships and faster execution of major initiatives. Together, these steps point toward a more self-reliant and globally competitive India in the years ahead.
