Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi inaugurates Semicon India 2025

New Delhi: 2/9/25: Newdelhi:2/9/25:The Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi inaugurated the ‘Semicon India – 2025’, aimed at catalysing India’s Semiconductor ecosystem, at Yashobhoomi in New Delhi today. Addressing the gathering, the Prime Minister acknowledged the presence of semiconductor industry CEOs and their associates from India and abroad. He welcomed distinguished guests from various countries, entrepreneurs associated with start-ups, and young students who had come from different states across the nation.

Shri Modi stated that he returned last night from his visit to Japan and China, and today he is present among the audience in Yashobhoomi, a hall filled with aspirations and confidence. Mentioning his passion for technology has always been natural and well-known, the Prime Minister said that during his recent visit to Japan, he had the opportunity to visit the Tokyo Electron factory along with Japanese Prime Minister H.E. Mr. Shigeru Ishiba. He mentioned that the CEO of that company is present among the audience today. The Prime Minister emphasized that his inclination towards technology repeatedly brings him among such gatherings. He expressed that being present among the audience today brings him great joy.

Noting the presence of semiconductor sector experts from across the globe, with representation from over 40 to 50 countries, Shri Modi emphasized that India’s innovation and youth power are also visibly present at the event. He stated that this unique combination sends a clear message: “The World trusts India, the World believes in India and the World is ready to build the Semiconductor Future with India”. The Prime Minister welcomed all distinguished guests attending Semicon India and affirmed that they are important partners in India’s journey towards a developed and self-reliant nation.

Pointing to the GDP figures for the first quarter of this year that were released recently, the Prime Minister said, “Once again, India has outperformed every expectation, every estimate, and every forecast”. He noted that while economies around the world are facing concerns and challenges driven by economic self-interest, India has achieved a growth rate of 7.8 percent. Shri Modi emphasized that this growth is visible across all sectors—manufacturing, services, agriculture, and construction—with enthusiasm evident everywhere. He remarked that India’s rapid growth is infusing new energy across industries and among every citizen. He affirmed that this trajectory of growth is propelling India swiftly towards becoming the third-largest economy in the world.

Union Ministers, Shri Ashwini Vaishnaw, Shri Jitin Prasada, Chief Minister of Delhi, Smt Rekha Gupta, Chief Minister of Odisha, Shri Mohan Charan Majhi, were present among other dignitaries at the event.

Background

Semicon India – 2025 is a three-day Conference, from 2nd to 4th September, will focus on advancing a robust, resilient, and sustainable semiconductor ecosystem in India. It features sessions on the progress of the Semicon India Programme, semiconductor fab and advanced packaging projects, infrastructure readiness, smart manufacturing, innovations in R&D and artificial intelligence, investment opportunities, state-level policy implementation, among others. Additionally, the event will highlight initiatives under the Design Linked Incentive (DLI) scheme, the growth of the startup ecosystem, international cooperation, and the future roadmap for India’s semiconductor sector.

Over 20,750 attendees will participate, including more than 2,500 delegates from over 48 countries, over 150 speakers, including over 50 global leaders, and more than 350 exhibitors. It will also include 6 countries’ Round Table discussions, country pavilions, and dedicated pavilions for Workforce Development & Start-Ups, among others.