Context: India is advancing its semiconductor industry with the development of a major facility in Morigaon, Assam, led by Tata Semiconductor Assembly and Test Pvt Ltd.

• This aligns with the India Semiconductor Mission (ISM), aiming to reduce import dependence and position India as a global leader in semiconductor manufacturing.

• The project brings significant economic and employment benefits.

India’s Semiconductor Industry Growth

• Morigaon Semiconductor Facility:

• Tata Semiconductor Assembly and Test Pvt Ltd (TSAT) is developing a semiconductor unit in Morigaon, Assam.

• Investment of Rs. 27,000 crore.

• Expected to produce up to 48 million semiconductor chips per day using flip chip and Integrated System in Package (ISIP) technologies.

• Facility designed for sectors like automotive, electric vehicles, telecommunications, and consumer electronics.

• Completion expected by mid-2025.

Socio-Economic Benefits

• Will create 15,000 direct jobs and 11,000-13,000 indirect jobs.

• Contributes to regional economic growth in Assam and surrounding areas.

• Daily output will serve both domestic and international markets, enhancing India’s competitiveness in the global semiconductor supply chain.

India Semiconductor Mission (ISM)

• Mission Objectives:

• Aims to build a self-sufficient semiconductor ecosystem.

• Reduce reliance on imports and make India a global leader in electronics manufacturing and design.

• Involves collaborations between industry, government, and academic institutions.

• Government Initiatives:

• Launched in 2021 with an investment of Rs 76,000 crore under the Semicon India program.

• Promotes semiconductor manufacturing through incentives and strategic partnerships.

• Supports various sectors: semiconductor fabrication (fabs), packaging, Outsourced Semiconductor Assembly and Testing (OSAT), sensors, and more.

Future Developments

Expansion Across India

• Additional semiconductor facilities planned in Gujarat and Mohali.

• New units by Tata Electronics in Dholera, Gujarat, and CG Power in Sanand, Gujarat.

• The government also approved a unit by Kaynes Semicon Pvt Ltd in Sanand.

• These initiatives aim to strengthen India’s position in the global semiconductor supply chain and digital economy.