Semiconductor Manufacturing in India: Key Takeaways from Micron’s Sanand Launch

India’s semiconductor ambitions are set to take a major leap as PM Narendra Modi inaugurates Micron Technology’s ATMP facility in Sanand, Gujarat. The state-of-the-art plant, backed by an investment of ₹22,516 crore, will focus on assembly, testing, marking, and packaging of semiconductor chips critical steps in the global supply chain.

The facility will feature one of the world’s largest raised-floor cleanrooms and begin commercial production of Made-in-India semiconductor memory modules, positioning India as a credible player in advanced electronics manufacturing. The project is expected to create thousands of direct and indirect jobs, boosting Gujarat’s industrial ecosystem and supporting India’s vision of becoming a semiconductor hub.

Key Highlights

• Event Date: February 28, 2026
• Location: Sanand, Gujarat (near Ahmedabad)
• Investment: ₹22,516 crore by Micron Technology
• Facility Type: Semiconductor Assembly, Test, Marking & Packaging (ATMP)
• Production: First Made-in-India semiconductor memory modules to ship soon
• Impact: Thousands of jobs, tech ecosystem boost, global supply chain integration

This inauguration marks a historic milestone in India’s semiconductor journey, reinforcing the country’s commitment to self-reliance in high-tech manufacturing.

Sources: Prime Minister of India, NarendraModi.in, Times of India