Bloomberg.com · 17 Sep, 00:00 · Technology briefing

Modi Courts Investors With India’s $30 Billion Chipmaking Bet

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is actively engaging international investors to support India’s ambitious initiative to establish a domestic semiconductor manufacturing ecosystem.

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi is actively engaging international investors to support India’s ambitious initiative to establish a domestic semiconductor manufacturing ecosystem. Backed by a substantial thirty billion dollar investment framework, the plan aims to reduce reliance on foreign imports and position India as a key global player in chip production. The government intends to incentivise both local firms and multinational corporations through financial packages and infrastructure development. This strategic move seeks to create high-value jobs and stimulate technological growth within the country, marking a significant shift in India’s industrial policy towards advanced manufacturing and self-reliance in critical technology sectors.

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