India’s Tech Revolution: Surging Ahead in Semiconductors and Supercomputing

 

India is making remarkable progress in semiconductors and supercomputing, positioning itself as a global technology hub. The semiconductor market, valued at USD 41.2 billion in 2024, is growing rapidly with investments over ₹1.26 lakh crore. Major projects like Tata Electronics’ ₹91,526 crore chip fab in partnership with Taiwan’s PSMC highlight this boom.

 

Key Highlights:

 

• India has approved four new semiconductor fabs, supported by government incentives and SEZ reforms.

• The National Supercomputing Mission (NSM) has deployed 34 supercomputers with 35 petaflops capacity, aiding over 10,000 researchers.

• Indigenous supercomputers like PARAM Rudra and AIRAWAT rank among the world’s fastest.

• Over 22,000 professionals have been trained in high-performance computing and AI.

• Budget 2025 further boosts incentives to attract global investments.

Outlook:

With synchronized growth in chip manufacturing and supercomputing, India is set to accelerate innovation and become a global high-tech leader.

 

Sources: KPMG India, Economic Times, PIB