At the grand inauguration of SEMICON India 2025, Prime Minister Narendra Modi made a historic declaration: “The world trusts India to build the semiconductor future.” Speaking at the iconic Yashobhoomi Convention Center in New Delhi, PM Modi highlighted India’s growing importance in semiconductor manufacturing, chip design, and its readiness to become a global hub for digital technology.
The Prime Minister’s speech marked a defining moment in India’s technological journey, signaling the nation’s strong commitment to strengthening its semiconductor ecosystem and securing a leading role in the global chip industry.
From Black Gold to Digital Diamonds: India’s Semiconductor Vision
During his address, PM Modi drew a striking comparison that resonated with the international audience. He said, “Oil was once considered black gold, but chips are digital diamonds.” The analogy underscored the shift in global economics from oil to semiconductors, which are now seen as the backbone of innovation, defense, and economic growth.
The Prime Minister emphasized that while the 20th century was powered by oil, the 21st century belongs to chips—the “digital diamonds” that fuel artificial intelligence, cloud computing, smartphones, and electric vehicles. With this statement, he made it clear that India’s mission is not just economic growth but also global technological leadership.
PM Modi further added, “The day is not far when the world will say: Designed in India, Made in India, Trusted by the World.” His statement captured India’s ambition to transform into a trusted semiconductor hub, with strong capabilities in chip manufacturing and design.
Global Investors Place Trust in India’s Semiconductor Push
The international community has shown unprecedented confidence in India’s semiconductor plans. Investors, technology giants, and semiconductor experts of Indian origin from across the globe attended SEMICON India 2025, reinforcing the global recognition of India’s talent pool and policy framework.
Global experts view India as a strategic partner in the high-stakes semiconductor industry, where supply chain reliability and trust are as important as innovation. The fact that multiple semiconductor veterans of Indian origin now hold leadership roles in multinational corporations further validates India’s readiness to lead this semiconductor revolution.
India’s Rapid Semiconductor Growth: A Timeline of Success
PM Modi traced India’s remarkable journey in the sector since the launch of the Semicon India program in 2021. What started as a policy framework has quickly evolved into a robust ecosystem with massive investments and infrastructure development.
2021: Launch of Semicon India program to build chip design and manufacturing capacity.
2023: Approval of India’s first semiconductor fabrication plant, marking a major milestone.
2024: Expansion with several new semiconductor plants sanctioned, accelerating progress.
2025: Five additional projects cleared, cementing India’s momentum in the global semiconductor industry.
Today, India is home to over 10 semiconductor projects worth Rs 1.5 lakh crore, spanning the full value chain from chip design to fabrication. This scale of investment not only strengthens India’s semiconductor ecosystem but also reflects the trust global companies place in India as a partner of choice.
Investments Worth Rs 1.5 Lakh Crore Fueling India’s Chip Dream
The Prime Minister emphasized the economic scale of India’s semiconductor journey. With investments worth more than Rs 1.5 lakh crore, India is witnessing the fastest growth in its semiconductor industry. These projects are expected to generate thousands of jobs, encourage research and development, and establish India as a long-term player in global chip manufacturing.
The government’s incentive-driven policies, coupled with a young and skilled workforce, are making India one of the most attractive destinations for semiconductor investments.
SEMICON India 2025: More Than Just a Conference
SEMICON India 2025 is not just a technology summit; it is a platform where industry leaders, policymakers, and researchers converge to shape the semiconductor roadmap for the future. The event showcased advanced technologies, innovations in chip design, and opportunities for global collaboration.
India’s message to the world through this event is clear: the country is prepared to deliver on the world’s semiconductor needs with reliability, scalability, and innovation.
India’s Semiconductor Future: Built on Trust and Vision
PM Modi’s vision has positioned India as a rising leader in the semiconductor world. With strategic policies, massive investments, and the confidence of global investors, India’s semiconductor ecosystem is rapidly transforming into a powerhouse.
As the global demand for chips continues to surge, India offers not just capacity but also trust, reliability, and innovation. The path ahead is ambitious but achievable.
At SEMICON India 2025, the message to the world was loud and clear: India is ready to shape the semiconductor future. With every new plant, project, and partnership, the dream of “Designed in India, Made in India” is becoming reality—one digital diamond at a time.
