India's growing role in semiconductor manufacturing takes centrestage at Carnegie's Global Technology Summit

ANI April 12, 2025 181 views

India is rapidly emerging as a critical player in global semiconductor manufacturing, attracting international attention. John Neuffer from the Semiconductor Industry Association highlighted significant opportunities for India in the tech supply chain. The US-India TRUST initiative is facilitating deeper collaboration in critical technologies like semiconductors and AI. Indian conglomerates like Tata and Adani are actively investing in this strategic sector, positioning the country as a potential future tech manufacturing hub.

"It's inevitable that we're going to get more diversification of the supply chain" - John Neuffer, SIA President
New Delhi, April 12: John Neuffer, President and CEO of the US-based Semiconductor Industry Association (SIA) has highlighted the acceleration of supply chain diversification within the global semiconductor ecosystem, indicating a significant opportunity for India to expand its role in this critical industry.

Key Points

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India explores strategic semiconductor manufacturing opportunities

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US-India TRUST initiative boosts tech collaboration

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Global supply chains seek diversification post-pandemic

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Tata, Adani Group enter semiconductor ecosystem

Neuffer was speaking at the flagship dialogue of the Carnegie Global Technology Summit being held here. SIA represents leading global semiconductor design and manufacturing companies such as AMD, Nvidia, and TSMC.

Neuffer emphasized India's potential, particularly in Printed Circuit Boards (PCBs), an essential supply chain component in semiconductor manufacturing.

"It's inevitable that we're going to get more diversification of the supply chain. That started in earnest coming out of the pandemic and we saw that there were vulnerabilities and over concentrations in our supply chain. That creates opportunities for India to vacuum up more of our supply chain", Neuffer told ANI in an exclusive interview on the sidelines of the Carnegie GTS.

India and the United States have been actively collaborating to expand capabilities in AI and diversify supply chains for critical technologies.

During Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to the US in February this year, he and President Donald Trump announced the launch of the US-India TRUST ("Transforming the Relationship Utilizing Strategic Technology") initiative, which will catalyze government-to-government, academia and private sector collaboration to promote application of critical and emerging technologies in areas like defence, artificial intelligence, semiconductors, quantum, biotechnology, energy and space, while encouraging the use of verified technology vendors and ensuring sensitive technologies are protected

India has made significant strides in semiconductor manufacturing in recent years with leading Indian conglomerates such as Tata, Adani Group, and L&T, making inroads into this space.

According to a report by global investment bank, Jefferies, India has the potential to develop into a leading semiconductor hub supported by favourable government policies, growing demand, low-cost production capabilities and strategic linkages with the Western nations.

Reader Comments

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Rahul K.
This is such exciting news for India's tech future! 🚀 With our strong engineering talent and government support, we can definitely become a semiconductor powerhouse. The US-India TRUST initiative sounds particularly promising for collaboration.
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Priya M.
While I'm optimistic about India's potential, I think we need to be realistic about the challenges. We're still years behind Taiwan and South Korea in semiconductor tech. The focus on PCBs is a good start but we need massive investment in R&D to compete at the highest level.
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Aditya S.
Finally seeing Indian companies like Tata and Adani stepping up! This could create so many high-tech jobs. Just hope the benefits reach local engineers and not just the big corporations.
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Neha P.
The pandemic really showed how fragile global supply chains are. Diversification is smart, and India has the talent pool to make this work. Exciting times ahead for tech graduates!
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Sanjay R.
I work in electronics manufacturing and this is huge for us. More local semiconductor production means shorter lead times and better quality control. The Jefferies report seems spot on about our potential.
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Meena V.
Hope this leads to more women in semiconductor engineering! The industry needs diverse perspectives. The TRUST initiative should include specific programs to encourage female participation in these emerging tech fields.

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