PM Modi to Inaugurate SEMICON India 2026: India Accelerates Its Semiconductor Ambitions
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to inaugurate SEMICON India 2026 at Yashobhoomi in New Delhi on September 17. The three-day event, scheduled from September 17 to 19, will bring together semiconductor companies, technology leaders, investors, policymakers, researchers, startups and students from India and across the world.
Held under the theme “Silicon to Systems: Building the Ecosystem,” the event will showcase India's growing capabilities in the semiconductor sector and its efforts to establish a stronger and more integrated electronics manufacturing ecosystem. SEMICON India 2026 is being organised by the India Semiconductor Mission, the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology and SEMI.
Showcasing the Complete Semiconductor Value Chain
SEMICON India 2026 is expected to feature extensive participation from Indian and international companies working across different stages of the semiconductor industry. The exhibition will cover areas including chip design, fabrication, assembly and testing, advanced packaging, semiconductor equipment, materials and electronic systems.
One of the major attractions will be the “Sand to Silicon to Systems” Value Chain Experience, which will demonstrate the journey of a semiconductor from raw materials and wafer production to finished chips and their integration into electronic systems. The initiative will provide visitors with a broader understanding of the technologies and processes involved in building modern semiconductor products.
The event will also feature dedicated platforms for startups, innovation, students and workforce development, creating opportunities for emerging companies and young talent to connect with established players in the industry.
India’s Semiconductor Ecosystem Gains Momentum
The event comes at a significant stage in India's semiconductor journey. Under the Semicon India programme, 12 semiconductor projects have been approved, with three projects having commenced commercial production, according to SEMI.
The projects cover various areas of the semiconductor ecosystem, including fabrication, assembly, testing and packaging. Their development is expected to strengthen domestic manufacturing capabilities and support the wider electronics industry.
Semiconductors are fundamental to a wide range of modern technologies, including smartphones, automobiles, telecommunications equipment, computers, artificial intelligence systems, industrial machinery and medical devices. Expanding domestic capabilities can therefore have an impact across several technology and manufacturing sectors.
Semicon 2.0 to Expand the Ecosystem
India is also moving towards the next phase of its semiconductor strategy through Semicon 2.0, which is expected to broaden the focus across the value chain. Areas such as chip design, semiconductor equipment and materials, fabrication facilities, advanced packaging, research and development, and talent development are receiving greater attention.
A comprehensive semiconductor ecosystem requires more than manufacturing plants. It also depends on specialised suppliers, research institutions, skilled engineers, chip-design capabilities and supporting electronics industries. The expanded approach seeks to develop these interconnected capabilities within India.
Strengthening International Collaboration
SEMICON India 2026 will also provide a platform for international companies and institutions to explore partnerships and opportunities in India's semiconductor sector. Participation from global technology companies and country pavilions will showcase developments from different parts of the international semiconductor ecosystem.
India already has significant capabilities in semiconductor design and engineering services, while its electronics manufacturing sector continues to expand. Connecting these existing strengths with manufacturing, packaging, research and global supply chains remains an important part of developing a broader semiconductor ecosystem.
Encouraging Startups and Developing Talent
Talent development will be another important component of SEMICON India 2026. The event will feature a Startup Pavilion, innovation showcases, a student hackathon and workforce-development initiatives aimed at connecting students and professionals with the semiconductor industry.
The focus on skills and innovation is particularly significant because semiconductor technologies require specialised expertise in engineering, materials science, electronics, chip design and manufacturing. Greater collaboration between industry, universities and research institutions can help create a stronger talent pipeline for the sector.
The MGMM Outlook
SEMICON India 2026 reflects the growing importance of semiconductors in India’s technology and manufacturing ambitions. With projects progressing across fabrication, assembly, testing and packaging, the focus is increasingly shifting towards building a connected ecosystem rather than concentrating on a single part of the value chain. The emphasis on chip design, advanced packaging, research, equipment, materials and skilled talent can help create stronger links between India’s existing engineering capabilities and its expanding electronics manufacturing base.
The event also highlights the importance of collaboration between industry, startups, researchers, educational institutions and international technology companies. The “Silicon to Systems” theme captures this broader approach, connecting semiconductor production with the electronic systems and technologies that depend on it. With SEMICON India 2026 bringing these stakeholders together, the event represents another step in developing domestic capabilities, encouraging innovation and preparing a skilled workforce for the future of the semiconductor industry.
(Sources: Business Standard, News On AIR)
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