Why in news
- SEMICON India 2026 concluded in New Delhi with the announcement of India Semiconductor Mission (ISM) 2.0.
Key terms
Advanced Packaging
An aggregation method combining multiple semiconductor chips into a single integrated package to improve performance.
What is the India Semiconductor Mission?
- Launched under the Digital India Corporation to build a sustainable semiconductor and display ecosystem.
- Semicon 1.0 approved 12 commercial projects, with five units currently operational including facilities at CDIL Mohali and Suchi Semicon Surat.
Key features of Semicon 2.0
- Financial outlay increased to ₹1,27,500 crore to expand capabilities across the value chain.
- Structured around six core pillars: design, equipment & materials, new fabrication units, advanced packaging, research, and talent development.
Why it matters
- Transitions India from project planning and assembly to full domestic commercial semiconductor manufacturing and supply chain resilience.
Prelims facts
- Semicon 2.0 covers six pillars including design, packaging, and raw materials.
Mains discussion
- Strategic significance of domestic semiconductor manufacturing for supply chain sovereignty.
Source: PIB
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