Source: Indian Express
Context: India and the U.S. have announced a collaboration to establish India’s first semiconductor fabrication plant focused on defense and national security.
- This initiative aims to reduce dependency on imports and boost India’s advanced technology capabilities.
Firms Involved:
- Bharat Semi and 3rdiTech: Indian start-ups focusing on designing military-specific chips. Founded by Vrinda Kapoor, Vinayak Dalmia, and Mukul Sarkar, these firms have worked with the Indian Armed Forces and U.S. military since 2019.
India’s Semiconductor Initiatives:
- India Semiconductor Mission (ISM): Provides a 50% capex subsidy for semiconductor projects.
- Fab Plant for National Security: Aims to manufacture defense-related chips domestically, reducing reliance on imports for critical technologies like missile seekers and night vision devices.
- Self-Reliance Initiatives: Aligned with Make in India and Atmanirbhar Bharat, this initiative strengthens India’s role in the global semiconductor supply chain.
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